SBS50: Biggest Stories 1977

PEOPLE PRESLEY

Elvis Presley died Aug. 16, 1977 (AP Photo/File) Credit: AP

1977 was significant in the entertainment world for two events. Star Wars hit theatres for the first time and went onto become the third highest grossing film ever. And then - sad news for rock ‘n roll fans – the premature death of Elvis Presley.


Often referred to as ‘The King of Rock n Roll’ Elvis Presley died at his Graceland home in Memphis at the age of 42.

His death came as a great shock to fans the world over.

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