Elvis and Shelley Fabares HD: "Puppet on a String"

Elvis Presley sings "Puppet on a String" to Shelley Fabares in the 1965 film "Girl Happy."

[@rivermoon6190]

Watching these clips in 2024, it’s like being in another world! I saw most of these films in the 1970s and it was a wonderful time. This world really has gone to pot and I am thankful that for a short while I witnessed this era. Elvis surely is the King. Such a wonderful human and God fearing man. One in a trillion and sent from above. He had his demons and like most of us was flawed, but above all he always paid homage to God and was a humble man. So, so sad these times are gone.

[@valoriebritton2047]

Agreed.. This takes me back to the 60's.. My dear mother adored Elvis, and so do I.. Yes, it's like being transported in time.. This will never come back I'm afraid..

[@krislulofs]

There will never be another Elvis.He died when i was 17 years.Now i am a young boy of 64 years.And i still love his songs.R.I.P.The King. Elvis Presley😎

[@rivermoon6190]

Snap, I was born the same year as you and I really miss the times of the 1960s/70s. Elvis was my favourite and will be until the end of my days. There is no one on earth like him today or will there ever be again. So sad that these special times have gone. You just cannot convey the feeling what hearing and seeing Elvis in these clips does. I often wonder what Shelley Fabres and some of his other co-stars still alive feel today, knowing that they were indeed in the presence of greatness. They must feel, like we to a certain extent, that that was a dream.

[@valoriebritton2047]

I too an 64, so Im with you on everything you just said.. never again. 💔​@@rivermoon6190

[@labradormcgraw]

There will never be another Elvis. Ever.

[@susanstaples9124]

Noonecancompare

[@51shoty]

This is the music I grew up on .

[@sandranewborne7257]

u are so right not in this lifetime or any

[@cherikugler5941]

Never never EVER!!

[@tomrucco6490]

This is true so true!

[@happyandprosperous3188]

The girls on Elvis's movies didn't need to act..They were too busy staring at him and being hypnotised by his good looks and his voice..

[@sheilajenkins8065]

I agree

[@carolrice1371]

Imagine gazing into those beautiful blue eyes! Truly the most beautiful man in the world! Oh how we miss him!❤❤❤💔💔💔

[@GH-oi2jf]

Except for Ann-Margret.

[@janetbrowntlc]

His best co star ever ! The chemistry between them was electrifying. I simply adore this song...thank you for sharing . ⚡️TCB

[@resa.walters]

​@@GH-oi2jf You mean she wasn't hypnotized by him?

[@valoriebritton2047]

As I always say, God broke the mold with Elvis...

[@davidstovall8573]

Good Lord Elvis is unmatchable. Best voice ever period! Case closed :-)

[@pkicng210]

1:47 Just take out the oar, it blocks the "redness" of th sweater and Elvis' thumb

[@paulcrawley5687]

your opinion and that closed it

[@theadjuster151]

How do I take out the oar? I know what you're getting at though, but i wanna see too! ​@@pkicng210

[@marilynconradie8082]

The most handsome man on earth

[@craigtny9970]

Hello Marilyn how are you doing?

[@marilynconradie8082]

@@craigtny9970 good and you?

[@craigtny9970]

@@marilynconradie8082 I'm okay thanks Elvis was really good,where are you from?

[@marilynconradie8082]

@@craigtny9970 Yes he was...Cape Town South Africa and you?

[@craigtny9970]

@@marilynconradie8082 US California but writing you now from oil rig where I work Norway

[@sandman93449dm]

Look here people, Elvis was the only possible human alive to be chosen by the Universe to be himself. Fame, fortune etc., no one human being since has been able to be what he was with grace and humor. I have never, ever in my entire life, and I grew up with a whole lot of aunts on my dads side in rural Kentucky who loved that guy and and never stopped playing his music back in the 50's and 60's, known anybody, ever like him. Have you ever heard anybody criticize him? No, he was known as a gentlemen always who never did anything selfishly. I had a career as a musician in California after the service in the late 60's for almost 46 years...everybody I ran into who had know or met Elvis said the same thing. The nicest dude ever...I had a friend named Deborah Walley in California who was in a movie with Elvis..even back in l978 when we sat around her kitchen table out in Malibu Lake did she ever say anything but how great he was as an actor and a man...that's all.

[@JohnLeGear]

Thanks for that, Sandman...from all I've known about Elvis you are spot on. Much appreciate your thoughts...and Deborah Walley's. Cheers. JL

[@PocahontasInvestmentProperty]

Elvis's grandson looks just like him ❤👍🏻

[@ElvisTenor]

Elvis had the most giving heart of any entertainer.

[@MrRoute6600]

Elvis and Shelley together made a Beautiful Couple . My Favorite

[@irissowada9833]

Elvis seine Filme und seine Musik waren umwerfend schön. Auch war Elvis ein hübscher Mann.👍👍👍💋💋💋👍👍👍

[@vickylong3229]

Elvis had it all wrapped up in one body! His voice is like satin! His looks there is nothing to compare to him! Love you Elvis!

[@catholiccowboy8545]

One thing to note here: Elvis in Hollywood is handsome, superbly made-up and very sophisticated. And then suddenly it's all over, no more Hollywood to take care of his appearance, and Elvis left to his own devices in Las Vegaz looks like a homeless man or Pope John XXIII.

[@PocahontasInvestmentProperty]

Elvis's grandson looks just like him ❤👍🏻

[@macmcleod1188]

She was amazing. A great singer. And on the Donna Reed show, her character was so well balanced, intelligent, and mature while also being a teen.

[@catholiccowboy8545]

Shelley F, Annette, Connie Stevens, Ann Margret ... they were all the same, not a great choice in those years.

[@macmcleod1188]

@catholiccowboy8545 clearly you missed the Donna Reed show. I had never heard of Shelley before, but man, she constantly surprises me in that show. So talented and such a good actor. And sweet, not focused on sex focused like the other two you mentioned. Ann Margerett was also unique. And she was a bombshell. I agree Connie Steven's was kind of a type, but she had star power.

[@catholiccowboy8545]

@@macmcleod1188 .. lol .. No, I didn't miss the D. Reed Show, I was more "Father Knows Best". Actually not much difference between the two. I was 14 or 15 years old and I was already bored by these female artists that were imposed on us. They were all identical and custom made expressly for teenagers of the time. Although the tv was more varied and much more interesting than today.

[@macmcleod1188]

@catholiccowboy8545 really not identical. You were probably too young to appreciate how unique, skilled, and talented she and Paul Peterson were. The show is better that just about anything on TV today.

[@catholiccowboy8545]

@@macmcleod1188 I think those shows for adolescents were all the same. I agree all those 50s shows were better that about anything on tv today. No contest !

[@marycahill4455]

Shelley Fabares was Beautiful and just so sweet, I believe Elvis really enjoyed doing movies with her. It was a loving Friendship they had. Good clean fun.

[@janetaeschliman3168]

In 1967 when I was babysitting and after I had put the kids to bed i found in their home, this 45 ..and FELL IN LOVE with it & imagined my boyfriend singing it to me playing it over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over for HOURS until the people came home. An eternity ago but listening now remember the heart pangs & it seems like yesterday

[@joannedavidson1575]

These young ppl would not understand how we played an Elvis 45 over and over and over and over and over and over and over again. (Trying to match all your overs again lol)

[@GoodMrDawes]

Sweetheart

[@maureensheets6540]

I wish èlvis could sing to me like Shelly got sung to

[@KimberleeLuebke-vd3ng]

I remember this movie Shelley fabre was so beautiful My favorite with Elvis. She sang beautifully also..Johnny (Jeany) angel was a great great song. Jeany angel how I love him ❤❤❤ I am sure 💗

[@ginaloverofangels]

Girl Happy is my favorite movie with Elvis. And I've always loved Shelley Fabares. She's still gorgeous.

[@gregamerson9172]

You're gorgeous yrself darling 👍

[@vickiebohy1742]

Shame they couldn't have ended up together in real life. I think they truly cared for one another even tho she was married to music producer Lou Adler, and Elvis was involved with Priscilla.

[@Rikki0]

Yeah. Always was.

[@mikejohnson6805]

@@vickiebohy1742 Cool I sing careoke 5 o clock

[@benmoore42]

@@vickiebohy1742 Elvis had about 30 different actresses that wanted to be with him. Elvis was great but I don’t know how many of those women would have accepted he would constantly cheat on them. He had women throwing themselves at him constantly.

[@mattleinhauser9166]

Shelley was so pretty ❤❤

[@archangelvvv]

Absolutely Fantastic Shelley and Elvis face to face...boy meets girl love at first sight!

[@TheBohemianAngels]

Elvis had the coolest slickest hair anywhere. And yes, I loved Shelley Fabares when I saw her in all 3 movies he made with Elvis. Boy did she have a good front look to Elvis. Both had much chemistry.

[@kenmacdonald5302]

Shelley Fabares had the number one song on the Chum Chart in Toronto for six weeks in 1962, "Johnny Angel."

[@chairlesnicol672]

@@kenmacdonald5302 just cuz you r from Toronto wewont hold it against u LOL!

[@barryrudge1576]

She had recently got been married and her new husband never took his eyes of her on the film set. She was 21-22 yrs old and that I can understand

[@foreveryoung999]

Pity she was already married when she first met Elvis.

[@chairlesnicol672]

@@foreveryoung999 Why was it a "pity" ? Maybe she was quite satisfied with what she gained IE : a happy marriage ! So if she ended up with Elvis u prolly already know the outcome Just being real Elvis was a "rover" The longest relationship was with Priscilla and a marriage wasn't enough "glue" to hold things together or to stop Elvis from getting " milk" from the cow on the other side of the fence ! LOL

[@janetaeschliman3168]

Shelly Fabre was gorgeous -- so wholesome looking --- just a precious doll

[@jeffufcfanaticrosenberg]

soooo dam hot for sure. perfect features

[@dougtrvl888]

Amazing fantastic facial expressions between her & Elvis 👍

[@phillipholladay4981]

She ALWAYS will be ! My very FAVORITE Elvis love contest co-star - PERIOD !!

[@heatherratliff1813]

Prettier than Ann Margaret

[@cjcasey7540]

Yes I was in love her at 10 years old lol

[@ЭльвираФотеева-е3к]

Я никогда не слышала раньше этой песни,и сейчас я 😭 от восторга и любви! Любимый мой Элвис!Все твои песни просто чудо!Шедевральны,шикарны и бессмертны!Я не перестаю удивляться,как он был многогранен,как много успел за такую короткую жизнь!Я люблю его всё больше и больше!!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@davetaylor2449]

What a baby doll, she was! Incredible

[@PeaceDayCortez]

I can imagine how it felt to have Elvis singing to you face to face than kissing you! He was so beautiful. 💖

[@ebalido922]

I love the part, when they kiss at the end

[@janewoods9370]

Always loved Elvis and his movies. I know that the movies weren't fulfilling to him. But, to a little kid they were very great.

[@Jleed989]

Jane Woods My mom loved Elvis and she took us to all his movies in the 60s. My dream was to sing to a girl and win her heart.

[@thehashearthasheart7146]

@@Jleed989 aw! cool

[@thehashearthasheart7146]

I have many of his movies on DVD

[@janewoods9370]

@@thehashearthasheart7146 that's wonderful. I always loved Elvis..have my entire life that I first knew of him.

[@BearStar1]

@@thehashearthasheart7146 ; I have ALL of his Movies on DVDs and VHS Tapes !

[@jjs777fzr]

I think Elvis was good in so many ways it all gets lost when admiring his work. The man could sing the dictionary and make it sound romantic.

[@eddiepower3876]

You took the words out of my mouth!

[@joebilhete1162]

Your absolutely right on

[@Hambone571]

jjs777fzr I agree, he had a great voice. I think Col. Parker took sad advantage of him.

[@larrystaples1842]

I'm a man...but damn this boy is beautiful....

[@georgianaradauti7315]

Hell even yellow pages. He had the power to turn that into a song to melt us... sad he went so soon :(

[@sbeers1000]

My favorite of Elvis's leading ladies.

[@avamartin7853]

Elvis looks cute in this movie , just his expressions I mean his handsome we know that, but it is just the way he looks at her in this movie is so adorable, I know it's crazy!! ❤

[@cmoore702]

Great song! Elvis will forever be the King for decades!

[@she073]

how do these actresses not collapse in his gaze while he sings that gorgeous song?? 😳

[@calindesmoines1]

My two favorite performers in one magical scene. My God, they were so gorgeous.

[@car110233]

beautiful time lets all go back then when america was beautiful

[@johnharris7353]

Mattgaming 483 yes, we loved it then!

[@paulstroope6738]

Yes a most fantastic time to be a kid and then grow up

[@a-dutch-z7351]

Not allowed.

[@michaelzarro8871]

I agree

[@Cynthia00007]

@@johnharris7353 Amen, Amen🙏🙏

[@smhsmh5964]

OMG..... Shelly Fabares was sooo damn beautiful !!!!!

[@margieduthie6564]

I love Elvis the one and only the king. His eyes is so beautifulShelley fabares is so beautiful.

[@coashddjj294]

These old movies were so beautifully made. I love going back in time with them.

[@davidholmes0416]

Watched these growing up. My mom was a huge Elvis fan. Brings back good memories.

[@ЭльвираФотеева-е3к]

Как же повезло девушкам, которые снимались с Элвисом!Представить только -ты идёшь с ним рядом,и он поёт, глядя на тебя эту песню, своим ласкающим, бархатным голом!Я бы тут же впала в экстаз или в кому от восторга и наслаждения!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@robertdeathridge8148]

Just seen Shelly fabares for the first time on here, what an absolutely stunning looking woman, the kind that you would want to be seen with. Just a natural girl unlike the tattooed bimbos that we have today. The women were gorgeous back in the 50s and 60s and I was lucky enough to have lived through that time. Where did it all go so wrong.

[@davidlessig231]

People can say what they like but Elvis was the best there ever was & best there will be ever

[@psw4763]

Shelley Fabares so cute and wholesome. This was a cute movie with Elvis

[@psw4763]

@@aljay2955 Exactly

[@Тамара1-ц6й]

Столько романтики в этих фильмах и песнях, одно очарование!!! Как приятно их смотреть , просто душой отдыхаеш!!! А Элвис какой статный ,фактурный и давольнотаки симпотичный ,мужчина был, да и спутница его тоже ,приятная на вид. Элвис , будем помнить тебя !!! .........Тамара.

[@barrysutton4589]

The Girl Next Door 😍

[@robertjeffery4664]

Those eyes would make a battleship turn

[@AlcibiadesMD]

@Thomas Fiese 😆 🤣 good one, Pruscella is looking more like the Joker these days.

[@kimpak9198]

I wish I'd be at those times back to 60's . The golden years of 19th century

[@JohnLeGear]

Which century?

[@rasputinsliver9092]

Girl Happy has always been my favorite Elvis film. Songs were all very good. The cast great. The script fun and very good for the type of film it was, a fun summer flick, and everyone seemed like they really had a ball making it. And, to me, Elvis and Shelley were the absolute best of the Elvis film couples.

[@tomdooley4226]

For me, it was "GI Blues". 👑

[@teddosborn9632]

Another extraordinary song from a extraordinary singer that will never be duplicated. Rest in peace Elvis! Your music will always be great.

[@glenabsolum778]

Elvis was the most beauiful singer...

[@hajarbk5641]

And still the most beautiful man

[@dianekennedy4095]

He was a beautiful man all over

[@dariusorlando9512]

Minunat

[@dariusorlando9512]

Superb

[@dariusorlando9512]

Foarte frumos si foarte adevarat complimenti

[@gregcavin4899]

Elvis Presley will always be my favorite entertainer.

[@lloydkline3265]

Love elvis movies

[@wandaheard2693]

Mine too

[@austinbittle8279]

God broke the mold after he made Elvis.

[@wandaheard2693]

@@austinbittle8279 YES 👍

[@tinalaplaca6638]

This was Elvis best time frame. His movie days. Everyone loved him

[@eduardocrestani2454]

Elvis' vibrato is unparalleled

[@deniseperryman2814]

Simply beautiful what more can I say love ❤️ from Denise in Yorkshire England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿👑👑👑👍😘XX

[@sandy-ke1kr]

I love all of his movies with Shelley Fabares.

[@cjcasey]

Elvis was God's gift to us in the 50s and 60s never will there be another

[@BarryRudge]

This video cli[p takes me straight back tomy youth when I was first dating girls, Shelley was such a fabulous looking girl and that dress was so much of the early 1960's

[@JohnLeGear]

Completely agree...good call...cheers.

[@andrewmiller4885]

Elvis adored Shelley but she had just recently been married when this movie began production , otherwise Im sure there would have been a romance here . A very pretty wholesome young lady she was so endearing. Shelly and Ann Margaret his two favorite girls , and they were both gorgeous inside and out . Decent lovely women both of them .

[@moemcgovern7345]

I bet Elvis had a thing for Ann Margaret.

[@sandyjuntunen4088]

She said in an interview that she never had any attraction to him, and they had a good friendship bc of it.

[@sandyjuntunen4088]

@@moemcgovern7345 definitely, they had an affair, but she wanted a career, and he felt obligated to marry Priscilla. Ann did an interview about her love for " E" as she called him.

[@laurah6845]

People always say the best chemistry was between Elvis and Ann-Margret. True in some regards but in terms of realism, I disagree. The realistic, believable human chemistry was actually between Elvis and Shelley Fabares. Neither was trying to outdo each other in the spotlight. They flowed perfectly together.

[@uteme]

I like how 'the pool' (a sublime character) is often a prop in Elvis movies...!

[@georgehurt4720]

One of prettiest songs I've ever heard.

[@Cynthia00007]

Shelly was married to Lou Adler in 1964 but they seperated in 1966 and never divorced until 1980. Shelly is married to actor Mike Farrell, since 1984 💞♥️♥️

[@Peggy-nt7eo]

I love oh Mr. Presley‘s movies. He was one of the best entertainers in the world. I don’t care what people say today! Elvis Presley wise Phenomenon. And gaslight I agree entertainer, and you can’t take that away from me.

[@kevinhepworth4096]

She kept her beauty, had a great voice, can listen to Johnny Angel over and over

[@alfontz8299]

Even though she was just married......I'm not real sure Shelley was acting in that scene Damn I L O V E D Elvis....Still Do

[@krokslayer0607]

👍

[@eastender1862]

You get transported right back as soon as you see his face.😍

[@wallychampen1695]

I believe this was his favorite part of his movies, romancing a beautiful lady 🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@rjnuzzi1648]

These songs gave Elvis a chance to vocalize in a more standard style, exemplifying his diverse approach to all genres of music... & it's still distinctly... Elvis. It's also a beautiful song...

[@chrisgreulich]

Elvis and Shelley Fabares were the perfect movie couple. I could and do watch their 3 films over and over and over. This is their best.

[@GEC416]

he sings that song so beautifully....

[@Тамара1-ц6й]

Столько романтики ,в этих старых фильмах и музыка под стать, а пара ... Само совершенство ,просто очарование ! Люблю ,старые фильмы ,в них столько лиризма и душевности !

[@lloydlippert6111]

I have 7 elvis movie posters hanging around my house and people always smile and say "I remember that movie.".

[@amazingyear9042]

My Mom bought me ALL his movie records because we watched them together when I was a pre-teen! Great Memories💚😇💞💁‍♀️🥰🍀

[@francisfreyre]

What a beautiful song and a beautiful voice! How romantic this guys looks!

[@Anthony-d6g6b]

You were great singer and MAY GOD KEEP BLESSED YOU ALWAYS AND BE HAPPY ✨️ ❤️ 🙏 🙌 😇 😊 ALWAYS

[@davidoverholt251]

Still love this song in FT Lauderdale in 1965! Shelly was the Bomb!

[@brendaeterovic5483]

We know you hated making the movies but we sure love watching you in them ..💜♥️⚘

[@kathswain1]

Elvis was the best, and still is, if you are feeling low listening to this song really makes you feel better, or any of his songs R I P Elvis ❤

[@markpayne867]

wat a great time to live in

[@melaniedeal3518]

Girl Happy is one of my favorite Elvis movies.

[@rocknstv570]

My favorite Elvis movie due in large part to Shelley.

[@doloresbutler2291]

I agree live elvis. His songs movies and face still cheers me up.

[@MTknitter22]

Loved clothes back then. Women dressed feminine. GREAT video of a beautiful time in America!!

[@dannythompson183]

Elvis was one of a kind a one time gift to the world and we will never receive another into this world .

[@Veteran007]

His movies bring me peace of mind.

[@johncopeland5240]

Has always and will always be my favorite Elvis sing

[@garyfaught3769]

Most of know that sadly, Elvis was his own worst enemy. That being said, who of us wouldn't give a year of our life to have been him in this 2:29 scene. Absolute perfection, both of them.

[@bergerfonkoenig6997]

What Colours are in these shots !!!... So bright ! - Like all the life of Him !..

[@adlloydmankie6764]

Beautiful song by the king.

[@Lubbylove89]

I love all of Elvis's movies but this one is just the sweetest. I'd also say that Shelley was my favorite leading lady of his. They had great chemistry.

[@JohnLeGear]

Indeed, "Girl Happy" (1965) was a fine film and Shelley was adorable.

[@robie1482]

😥💞 WoW !!!... So beautiful Song 😘💕🎤🎼 I Love Elvis and Shelley 😇🙏🎤💕💞🎹 greetings from New York 🗽🌹💝😍 April,2020..😚🙏🌹🎶💞

[@angelarobinson5295]

Gorgeous man with an equally awesome voice. Beautiful 😍

[@davidoverholt251]

Great Elvis Movie in my time, and that Shelley was such a heart throb. The best of times at the show on Saturday Afternoon!

[@marcioluiz31]

a complete, beautiful artist, he danced well, and had a voice that for me was the best baritone who ever set foot on this land

[@bernardenejones8620]

That's a really great movie. I bought a copy of it.

[@mrtruthforever]

i remember this song. So many years ago. Lovely little song.

[@darrensullivan1413]

Was pure talent never be another elvis

[@dahur]

My favorite Elvis movie. Every song was good.

[@GeorgeVreelandHill]

My favorite movie. Girl Happy. Thank you.

[@DelphineBournit]

Delphine-Esmeralda. Cette chanson est très mélodieuse, très romantique, pleine de sentiments et d amour. Déjà, dans sa jeunnesse, Elvis Presley avait du talent pour chanter des chansons très variées, comme le rock qui était très endiablé, très dynamique, les gospels qui etaient magnifiques a ecouter, avec Elvis Presley qui était accompagné des choristes. De plus, Elvis Presley dansait très bien sur scène et était doué pour jouer de la guitare. Delphine-Esmeralda.

[@francescarainone7574]

Semplicemente meraviglioso bravo Elvis👍SEI STATO UN GRANDE 💔👌✌

[@liammanning7134]

The soundtracks always had great ballads!

[@rockindaddy6535]

👍 Was für eine wunderbare Stimme !! 🎤

[@sandramartin6486]

WHO DID NOT ADORE ELVIS? I LOVE SHELLEY!!!!

[@stephenjones6629]

Lovely beautiful voice the King

[@jennifernapoli8172]

I Love Elvis So Much❤️He was So Handsome and Captivating💕

[@craigtny9970]

Hello Jennifer how are you doing?

[@AlcibiadesMD]

And I love ❤️ you more Jennifer! you are beautiful, stay safe.🙂

[@jennifernapoli8172]

RiccardoVerdeccia Sr Thank you. Stay safe too☺️

[@НадяПопова-с4с]

Элвис Пресли. Исполнение супер. Песня нежная. Музыка милая. Голос фантастический. Элвис магия. Поёт классно.

[@JohnLeGear]

Alrighty then...thanks for commenting. Cheers!

[@larryburton9369]

Just a beautiful and classic music 🎼🎶 great 😊