About James Warner Expertise I will be VERY happy to answer all questions about Elvis' personal life, career, Graceland, concert dates and movies.
I do not appraise Elvis items, but can refer you to reputable Elvis dealers.
Experience I have been an Elvis fan since the age of nine. I have had
the opportunity to visit Graceland many times and have many contacts in the Elvis World, including:
Sonny West -bodyguard
Larry Geller -hair stylist
Joe Esposito -friend
Richard Davis -friend
George Klein -friend and classmate
Bill Belew -wardrobe designer
Jerry Schilling -friend
William McDaniel -friend
John Wilkinson -rhythm guitarist
I have had the wonderful opportunity to perform at Graceland (I am an Elvis impersonator) on August 13, 2004.
Question Why did Elvis dislike Robert Goulet? I have heard he spent a good deal of money on TVs because he shot his TV every time Robert Goulet was on it.
Answer Dear Scott,
I have been waiting for someone to ask THIS question!
It's a good story! Elvis disliked Robert Goulet for two reasons; his monotone, boring, corpse-like stage presence AND something that happened while Elvis was in Germany.
Elvis was dating a woman named Anita Wood. Anita worked with Goulet on his entertainment show or something and was an extra. While Elvis was in Germany, Goulet sent him a letter...basically saying, "Don't worry, Elvis. I'll take good care of Anita while you're gone!"
That's why Elvis used his .357 "remote" to change the TV channel, Scott. Upon finding Goulet on a channel, he took a .357 out of his boot, shot the TV out and reportedly said aloud, "Get that s&#t outta' my house!"
The TV is currently on display at Graceland. It was found a few years ago in the attic above his father's office.
Thanks for the questions, Scott. That was fun to answer.
Just let me know if I can help again.
