The biographical film 'Michael,' which premiered on Friday, delves into the rise of the late pop star Michael Jackson, who died at age 50 in June 2009. The high-profile movie sheds new light on his personal life, particularly during his meteoric success in the 1980s. Fans have unearthed striking revelations from his ex-wife Lisa Marie Presley's posthumous memoir, detailing their brief marriage from 1994 to 1996.
Lisa Marie Presley's Memoir Reveals Intimate Details
In her book 'From Here To The Great Unknown,' completed by her daughter Riley Keough from recordings made before Presley's death in January 2023 at age 54, the daughter of Elvis Presley claimed that Jackson admitted he was 'still a virgin' when they began dating. At the time, Jackson was 35, while Presley was 25. The couple married in May 1994, just months after starting their relationship.
Presley wrote that Jackson declared his love for her while she was still married to her first husband, Danny Keough. During a trip to Las Vegas, Jackson said, 'I don't know if you've noticed, but I'm completely in love with you. I want us to get married and for you to have my children.' Presley responded, 'I'm really flattered, I can't even talk,' and soon felt she was in love with him too.
Jackson's Past Relationships
Presley recounted that Jackson shared his limited romantic history, mentioning kisses with Tatum O'Neal and Brooke Shields, and an attempt by Madonna to hook up with him, though nothing happened. She admitted feeling 'terrified' about making a wrong move after learning of his virginity.
The couple wed on May 26, 1994, just 20 days after Presley's divorce from Keough. Despite initial love, their marriage was tumultuous, overshadowed by Jackson's child sexual abuse scandal. Presley supported him but urged him to settle lawsuits. Jackson's alleged drug abuse also created conflict, leading Presley to file for divorce in January 1996, citing irreconcilable differences.
Aftermath and Legacy
Presley later attempted to reunite with Jackson but eventually moved on. She married Nicolas Cage in 2002 (divorced 2004) and Michael Lockwood from 2006 to 2021, with whom she had twin daughters. Jackson died on June 25, 2009, from cardiac arrest due to extreme sedative use. His doctor, Conrad Murray, was convicted of involuntary manslaughter. Presley died on January 12, 2023, from a bowel obstruction caused by prior bariatric surgery.
