Priscilla Presley has issued a firm denial regarding claims that Sarah Ferguson, the former Duchess of York, has been staying with her at her Los Angeles mansion. This comes amid intense scrutiny over Ferguson's past associations with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Denial of Rumours
A spokesperson for Priscilla Presley, 80, told People magazine that reports of Ferguson living with the Elvis family matriarch are "totally false." This statement directly contradicts a March 4 report by Page Six, which suggested Ferguson had been staying with friends, including Priscilla, due to being "effectively homeless" following the fallout from the Epstein Files release in late January.
Ferguson's Whereabouts
Sarah Ferguson, 66, has not been seen publicly for several months, sparking widespread speculation about her location. Reports have placed her everywhere from Swiss spas to villas in the United Arab Emirates, Portugal with her daughter Princess Eugenie, and retreats in Ireland. Despite these sightings, Ferguson has not commented on her current whereabouts as pressure mounts regarding her Epstein connections.
Friendship with Lisa Marie Presley
The bond between Ferguson and Priscilla Presley stems from Ferguson's close friendship with Priscilla's late daughter, Lisa Marie Presley. Ferguson referred to Lisa Marie as "sissy" (short for sister), and their relationship spanned over 15 years, described by friends as built on deep trust and support. Ferguson supported Lisa Marie during difficult periods when she lived in England between 2010 and 2016, and spoke emotionally at Lisa Marie's memorial in Memphis ten days after her tragic death in 2023.
Mounting Pressure
Pressure is increasing on Ferguson to testify before the US congressional committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein's child sex trafficking ring. Congressman Suhas Subramanyam of the House Oversight Committee stated that Ferguson had a close relationship with Epstein, once calling him the "brother I always wished for" and receiving financial assistance from him. He emphasized that "no one, not even former royalty, is above the law" and suggested a formal request for her testimony may be forthcoming, though legally she cannot be forced to appear.
Social Isolation
An insider claimed this week that Ferguson only has a "few" people left who want to be associated with her, with Priscilla being one of them. The source explained that many who like Ferguson are avoiding association due to the Epstein scandal, with one stating, "being associated with anyone associated with Epstein just isn't wise right now." This social isolation has reportedly left Ferguson in a precarious position.
Scientology Connections
Priscilla Presley is believed to have been a member of the Church of Scientology since the late 1970s, following Elvis Presley's death. While Lisa Marie broke away from the church, Priscilla's spokesperson confirmed in 2017 that she remained a member. An insider suggested that Ferguson, while not joining the church, is "looking for guidance" amid her current turmoil, with Priscilla influencing her thinking during this unstable period.
Historical Context
Ferguson and Priscilla have maintained a longstanding relationship, with Priscilla attending Ferguson's 50th birthday in London in 2010. Friends describe their connection as genuine, with Ferguson bonding with Lisa Marie through mutual social circles that included figures like Bob Geldof and Jeff Beck. After Lisa Marie's death, Ferguson expressed her grief on Instagram, writing, "I say hello to you every day, and I love you, my Sissy."
The ongoing Epstein investigation continues to cast a shadow, with former President Bill Clinton and convicted madam Ghislaine Maxwell already having testified before the committee. As the situation develops, Ferguson's absence from public view and her ties to high-profile figures remain under intense examination.
