Movies, Books, & a Birthday Party Photo

[@janm62]

Billy and Jo should be on center stage at Graceland with the “Elvis Conversations” event!

[@jasonbetzoldt4942]

I agree, I just wrote basically the same thing you said. Let's maybe have like a special at Graceland with Billy and Jo

[@raycarter8070]

I agree. I hope that they will.

[@jamesburrows6226]

Billy and Jo would have been a great addition to Graceland events and it's unfortunate they are not.

[@KentuckyRain12]

I totally agree with you, James!

[@gracieg7601]

I agree too. I don’t know why they’re not included. It’s a mistake on the side of EPE! You all know Elvis loves you here or not. And you all love Elvis. It may be best to leave it in the past. No one can ever replace the relationship you all had with Elvis. I’ve heard Larry Geller tell that story that it happened. It wasn’t necessarily colonel parker said to.

[@scottmcloughlin7936]

Absolutely… I agree with you. I feel that we are missing out without them being part of it.

[@annjett449]

I think this has been largely due to Priscilla. I think she fears having anyone around who could dispute her version of the truth.

[@chelsabrinkman417]

Well, now Priscilla is on the blacklist. You reap what you sow.

[@EuniceMarques-q6z]

Please, Billy and Jo, think seriously about the possibility to write a book. Unfortunately, so many lies about Elvis has been told and written. We will certainly believe in you. ❤

[@suemccutcheon1785]

Absolutely right. I trust Billy and Jo with the telling of Elvis's life story more than anyone else. It would be an amazing book to read! I loved Elvis and the Memphis Mafia...have read it several times and get something new out of it each time. I so love your videos!!

[@gracieg7601]

Riley has said she’s going to show up to have free days at Graceland in the summer of 2024.

[@gracieg7601]

Thank you Danielle for all your work. You do a great job of taking care of the channel with Billy and Jo.

[@gracieg7601]

Oh Billy that was precious. Got married in a fever hotter than a pepper sprout. Love yall!

[@katgirlblue]

They did, it's all in Elvis and the Memphis Mafia. Billy also did All The King's Men with the other MM, which is five hours long, and he's still doing these videos. How much more do you want him to do? He's still answering questions 46 years later!

[@Mary-w7c4z]

Billy and Jo, Danielle Billy & Teresa ❤ You all are magnificent!! You all deserve so much. Thank you for sharing, means the world.

[@Mary-w7c4z]

I accidentally typed “Billy & Teresa” meant “Danny & Teresa” (sorry!)

[@alryan8609]

Great job Billy and Jo always a pleasure listening to you both , I don't know what happened between you and Presley estate but they are missing out on your experience , thoughts and memories big time and I'm glad you are sharing them with whoever wants to hear them , Take Care ! 👍

[@angelaneilson4364]

Thank You Billy,Jo and Danielle for the Sunday Video. Hope you guys had a great Thanksgiving. Billy, it could have been that the reason you were not part of the movie is that you been so close to Elvis and blood related family would say the truth and being that the movie was fake they had no reason to contact you guys, Your stories are tTRUE and movie is FAKE! We enjoy watching your videos with true memories and that is enough for us fans. Danielle glad you are recovered from the surgery and look great! Thank You Arrivederci!

[@paigemarcantel3943]

I would love to read a book by Billy and Jo, if they felt up to doing it one day.

[@williesmall3855]

Mrs jo and mr billy look great

[@sherribaker9135]

Jo is a very pretty woman. i think that Riley will come through and do an awesome job at preserving Graceland.

[@tonyamatthews6226]

I hope Riley contacts y'all!!! Y'all are family!!!!🥰🤗

[@manlystranger4973]

Danielle - I have been watching and subscribed from your first video and have enjoyed watching your channel blossom. This is one of your best episodes ever! I truly appreciate your efforts to document Billy and Jo's life history including their times with Elvis. Your videos are very important to Elvis history and will be recognized as such by historians in the future. The question about the number of concerts Elvis performed without Charlie Hodge was very interesting. Just to bring some clarity, prior to 1960, Elvis performed hundreds of concerts without Charlie, who he did meet out on the show circuit when Charlie was part of a group which was more successful than Elvis and the Blue Moon Boys at the time. After Elvis returned from the army, Elvis was very close to Charlie and rarely was without him on stage. I believe Charlie helped bring clarity to Elvis' musical thoughts, which were sometimes difficult for Elvis to communicate because Elvis did not read or write any type of musical notation and Charlie just seemed to magically understand what Elvis was trying to get across and this was why Charlie was so valuable to Elvis professionally. On a personal level, Elvis enjoyed being with Charlie, who was witty and amusing. My question is about Grandma Minnie Mae who we know watched a lot of soap operas. Do Billy and Jo remember which soap operas Grandma Minnie Mae watched or which were her favorites?

[@efmelvisfansmatter1129]

Thank you so much for watching!! We truly appreciate you!!! Great question!!!!!

[@randyharris3175]

Larry didn't say Colonel Parker ordered it. He witnessed it.

[@JoB-x6m]

I love Billy and Jo and how honestly and directly they answer questions. Jo seemed a little down today. Hoping everything is fine. I know it's hard to be up and cheery all the time. And if there is a book ever written by them it will definitely be a best seller!

[@joytimothy2145]

My question is ...how long did it take Jo to feel really comfortable around Elvis?

[@roselamoure]

I would like to know if Billy and Jo read the book „Child Bride“ and if they think the book is truthful and what their opinions are on it. I would also like to know if it‘s true that Priscilla sued Elvis‘s estate for 400.000 dollars in the late 70s where Elvis was forced to sell the background vocals etc. to RCA and put a lien on Graceland. Thank you so much for answering all of our questions❤️🙏🏻 also, I would love if Billy and Jo could write another book that is truthful and explains everything that really happened, you guys could release it after Priscilla dies to make sure that she can’t sue you haha I‘m not sure how it works, but I think having the truth out would be amazing for history and future generations of Elvis fans…thankfully Billy and Jo are still with us and can tell the truth while they are still here. Elvis‘s legacy and history has been way to damaged with all the lies especially those that come from his ex wife. I hope you guys consider it and make a truthful book about Elvis as I am sure all of the fans around the world would appreciate it a lot❤️🙏🏻

[@ericherrera7074]

I think it would be an honor for a book from Billy and Jo. It will tell the truth and all the good he did and how it impacted everyone’s lives. U can dispel all the untruths that the films have done injustice

[@joannedeason9632]

Billy and Jo seems like they are Sad Tonight.Hope Every Thing is ok with Them

[@DebraBehrens-sn4bi]

Thank you Billy Jo and Danielle for answering these Q& A’s And special Thanks to Danielle for bringing up these often asked questions! Appreciate your honesty in these answers and hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving with your Family! 🦃💕

[@bluffcitybounty2122]

Such a darn shame that these good people who knew Elvis so well have been shut out of EPE. Thank you for this channel. So glad you’re staying close to his fans. - Morgan in Memphis

[@Corinnajudd]

My mom and i just found y'all on KZbin and we are loving listening to your stories. My mom is 80 years old and homebound and i just wanted yall to know you bring a lot of joy to her. God bless

[@elvisfangirl9093]

Billy and Jo you are both such beautiful people and I can only imagine the hurt that still comes from your relationship and memories with Elvis ❤️‍🩹. Thank you for all you do for us fans it’s truly special and appreciated ❤️. Happy holidays! You too Danielle

[@gpt465]

Sure wish you could write a book people could believe what you two know!So many untruths have been written and said!Know it would be hard to relive it!With Lisa gone you two are the only ones left to set some stuff right!Priscilla's movie I heard didn't help his image. Don't plan on watching it!Wish Graceland would have you there to meet and talk with fans. Thank you for sharing your memories with us!Blessed to have such a sweet granddaughter!Thanks Danielle❤❤❤

[@ruthjesse6759]

Questions…. Can u please talk about Mr & Mrs Vester Presley& Family? When did they come to Memphis, how long did he work for Elvis? Was Patsy an only child? When did Patsy start working for Elvis and does she still? Were Mr & Mrs Vester Presley and Patsy close to Elvis? Did Patsy marry and have children and if so did they work for Elvis and do they still? Thank u for answering family questions. Nice to get to know a little about yr family. I always look forward each wk to yr videos. Thank all of u for all u do!!!!!!!

[@suemccutcheon1785]

Danielle, I hope you are feeling much better now! I appreciate the time you take to pull the questions and to video your precious grandparents' responses. It means so much to us as fans of Elvis! I also don't miss an episode of Danny and Teresa's videos!

[@conniepresley7601]

Jo , I think you are beautiful inside and outside!!! !!! Bill if you could manage Graceland how would you do it?

[@antonia6715]

Por favor deseo como fans de Elvis Presley que su primo directo Billy y Jo su esposa hicieran algún evento en Gracelan y también que conozcan a las nietas de Elvis así lo deseo y así será.❤

[@terryterrell686]

Larry Gellar story from video - Larry said they were on tour and there was a knock on the door. He opened it and Colonel marched past him into Elvis’ bedroom. Before door closed Larry looked in and Dr Nick was dousing Elvis’ head into s bucket of ice water. When Colonel came out he walked up to Larry and saiid, “The ONLY thing that matters is that man is onstage tonight.”

[@joanedwards-de6pl]

The video with Larry is on You Tube.

[@keithschoen8673]

Yes that’s right! I couldn’t think who it was but I knew it wasn’t Dr. Nick

[@TimWilliams-r5y]

Merle Haggard did a tribute album to Elvis and said in his book that he met Elvis in Vegas...my question is...Did Elvis like Merle Haggard's music?...thanks Billy and Jo and Danielle

[@christywhitehead3171]

Don't forget the thumbs up 💜💜

[@ElvisPresleyOosterzeleBelgië]

I subscribed to your channel because I enjoy watching your films on KZbin, Elvis forever!

[@sheilaterrill8153]

Elvis and Billy are standing exactly the same in this photo!❤️So cute🥰

[@clp6743]

Thank you for all you do Billy. I am sure Elvis is looking down and thanking you too. So many of these movies to me are not the true Elvis. Not sure why Pricilla feels tgey way she dies but if she loved Elvis she would not feel as she does. Love you all and I feel so close to Elvis just listening to you. Yo me nothing can turn me against Elvis he was a human being a human being

[@CGASongMan]

Hi Billy, Jo & Danielle - First, i'd like to say, my favorite thing on a sunday morning after going to church is coming back home to a video from you all - second, I hope that you all had a fantastic Thanksgiving :) and as for one of the questions about Charlie Hodge - since Charlie didn't come and work for Elvis to post army days , i know he wasn't at the Pearl Horbor benefit & Billy mentioned the Memphis benefit concert , as far as i know, Charlie along with James Burton and John Wilkinson worked every Elvis concert from 1969-1977 - of course, please correct me if i'm wrong - I hope you all have a blessed week, be safe as always! God bless and love you all - Charlie PS - Billy did you make that popcorn stuffing for the turkey this year ??

[@Fran-j2h]

Thank you Billy and Jo, you always speak from the heart .❤️🇦🇺

[@jasonbetzoldt4942]

Thanks for the videos, I love you guy's so much, as a Elvis fan I think Billy and Jo should maybe reach out to Graceland, and have a special on Elvis and their life, maybe not a movie but a special maybe for KZbin or t.v. love you all. God bless

[@LindaPaige-r7l]

I Love Billy and Jo.I watch them all the time.and hope one day I can meet them.

[@queenscott4572]

Hi Smith Family I would say to Billy i know it hurts being as close to Elvis and its people who came into his life later and some who knew nothing about him at all have the nerve to dismiss you from his Memory and legacy. They have tour guides who are misinforming fans the wrong windows of Elvis bedroom that is something Billy and Jo will never get wrong. This was created by Priscilla and now Joel Weinshanker has casted her out and the Corporate office has to follow his suite in life you have to be ready to take whatever you've dish out. I enjoyed the video tyfs.

[@MattJ1977]

The story I've heard is Parker gave orders to do whatever needs to be done so Elvis would be on stage that day. I believe it was in Vegas.

[@Angelmiserysixtysix]

Dannielle looks like Gladys. Remember his parents in the photo of Elvis' packages and mail. Here she is Gladys Smith blood relative talking about Elvis. Love, 👣🍌🍒. Taking care of Elvis.

[@nomopms1]

"All The King's Men" was/is an excellent documentary on Elvis. Billy, thank you for your contribution!

[@renitamcintyre1071]

Thank you all for keeping Elvis's memories alive.

[@larryhogan3-16]

Billy and Jo, y'all are just as cute as a speckled pup in a red wagon ... Love ya 😁🤗

[@kristinbrunst1109]

My favorite book to read about Elvis is the revelations book because I know it’s honest because of who was involved in the book especially billy and jo so I would love to see them write another book but I understand that it can be draining for them.

[@tinaserna-ek4le]

Thk u Billy n Jo … we appreciate u all for all the beautiful memories of our Beloved ELVIS n LISA MARIE … Thk u Thk u Thk u ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@troymorrow9685]

I was curious about Billy washing Elvis's hair that last evening with him... Where exactly was the location this occurred in the house & was it just the 2 of them.... interesting conversation I'm sure!

[@kimberlystrother5134]

I think it’s awesome that we get to hear from Billy and Jo. Elvis loved Billy.. Jo too.. it hurts my heart that Priscilla has done this to him. He seems like a very positive person and tries to just move on which is admirable. But one things for sure.. you reap what you sew.

[@mechtechmechanical1571]

Happy Thanksgiving, we don't celebrate it in England, but it is nice to know that your family had a good time🎸 All the best

[@exdus235]

👋😊🇺🇸

[@jballard1972]

The people that run Graceland are FOOLS for not taking advantage of Billy and Jo and rolling out the red carpet for them.

[@christywhitehead3171]

❤❤❤ love you Mr Billy and mis jo

[@ЛарисаМ-ц8я]

Ребята ,милые,все мы уже не молоды ,и нам бы хотелось,пока вы есть, осталась истинная правда про Элвиса Пресли.И чтобы постоянную ложь Присциллы ,про её 14 лет и как Элвис ее во всем контролировал, и всякое такое ,кто то раскрыл, ради правдивой истории ,которая останется для будущих поклонников.Потому и просим книгу написать или на диктофон записать .❤❤

[@mrsg.9273]

I have a good question that I have been seeing ALL over the internet. How did Elvis feel about Priscilla putting a Lien on Graceland so she could make sure to get all of her money from the (2nd Divorce case)? Is that what made him tour to the point of no return? Also, I guess this would be a 2nd question. Did Elvis know that Priscilla started to look into The Cult Of Scientology in 1973? That is knew information that just came out as well. Thank you. ❤️🙏

[@softyme63]

The head in the ice bucket was a scene in the Elvis movie put out last year

[@keithm7087]

The real reason they don't contact you for your recollection of events is because they don't want the truth!

[@jessiem276]

That's what I think, also.

[@annjett449]

Priscilla doesn't want anyone around who could dispute her version of reality. Lisa Marie was just a child. I think even she began to challenge her mother's perception of the truth. God knows Priscilla treated her like crap

[@katgirlblue]

The story was NOT that Dr. Nick was dunking Elvis' head in ice water on Parker's orders! The story was that while Dr. Nick was doing so, (trying to revive Elvis), Parker came knocking on the door of the suite, and Larry let him in. Larry Geller never told the story the other way around - saying that it was on Parker's orders! He never said that and he never claimed that. People have to stop inventing things and listen more closely.

[@billbarrett6285]

Question - What are some of your fondest memories of Marty Lacker?

[@kathrynenderby5997]

Billy and jo and daneille you’re videos are amazing fantastic and awesome too watch I love 💕 those stories about elvis too I love 💕 those stories about and to me elvis was such an amazing fantastic entertainer that ever lived elvis fans matter ⚡️🕺7:32pm billy jo and daneille you put so much love and respect into you’re videos too so I must say well done 👍

[@neildarealdeal7129]

All the Kings Men, Lamar Fike said that Dr. Nick dunked Elvis's head in a bucket of ice water... Darealdeal

[@neildarealdeal7129]

😘

[@cor-z8m]

Sad that the place they called “home” for so many years they need to buy tickets to enter the gates!

[@franceshall8534]

Thank y’all so much for all the wonderful memories of Elvis that you share with us. The H….. with Priscilla!!! Y’all should have been involved with everything to do with Graceland from the beginning. That was once y’all’s home, before any those people that runs the estate

[@jeanmoreno2428]

Thank you for the videos love your Channel keep up the awesome work. I love Elvis! Please pray for me Drs said I have only two months to live. Thank you God Bless Much love Nurse MJ

[@efmelvisfansmatter1129]

Prayers for you,God bless you and keep you!

[@linapagliari8003]

Ty billy jo and Danielle for always sharing ELVIS with us fans admire ur honesty u all look fabulous ❤️😁🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@atomicflash1753]

Whoever asked that question about the Ice Water may have got the story wrong ,I think it was more like Dr Nick had Elvis's head in a bucket of ice water and Larry Geller was there when Colonel showed up and opened the door and saw it and that's when he turned to larry and said the only thing that matters is to have him on stage tonight nothing else

[@arcadevvampire4138]

I love listening to you guys. Have learned so much, wish I lived close I would sit and listen to you guys all day. I know you miss him a lot.

[@tlbeman]

I felt these were some uncomfortable questions for you. You all have always been very considerate with comments about Priscilla. Your experiences with Elvis are being sorely missed by new fans of recent movies.Thank you for sharing!❤️

[@jamesnapier955]

Larry put that story in his book I think it's probably true it happened in Louisville in 1977 when elvis took too much medication

[@kristylmartinez7515]

Jo has great hair.

[@FroFro]

If anybody should be at the events at Graceland it should be the two of you🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤 We the fans love you guys and appreciate you sharing what you do w us fans♥️♥️♥️

[@timburris3758]

Colonel Parker Told Larry Gellar The Only Thing That Mattered Was For Elvis To Be On Stage That Night In Las Vegas! Larry Got Dr. Nick In Elvis Room And He Suppossedly Put His Head In An Ice Bucket And Got Him To Come Around! Larry Said They Got Him Ready And He Did An Awesome Show!!

[@billb89]

Not saying it didn’t happen but I find it astonishing that he did a show after it took a bucket of ice water to get him revived. If he was in that bad of condition, I would think it would take at least 24 hours to recover.

[@keithoffredo2676]

Guys another Great show,,Glad you had a Happy Thanksgiving,,Also on November 29th is my 57th birthday,,,,,,,,,,,,,Thanks again,your pal,Keith *TCB

[@efmelvisfansmatter1129]

That’s our Anniversary,62 years!

[@keithoffredo2676]

Cool,Can u please please give me a Shoutout tomorrow for me,Keith Offredo 11/29/1966 *TCB, i think Danny is giving me a Birthday shoutout too on the MMK channel.

[@keithoffredo2676]

Happy Anniversary,Billy and jo.......God Bless@@efmelvisfansmatter1129

[@billbarrett6285]

The question about Geller didn't make sense. Geller said Parker saw Nick holding Elvis' head in ice water to revive him when he was very sick and Parker said the only thing that is important is that man is on stage tonight to Geller when he left after witnessing how sick Elvis was at the time. I believe that is what the person is referring to from Geller.

[@mckennalynn1916]

Riley is great, and this was another great video!

[@heavencantwait1218]

Danielle you look so much like your grandmother ❤

[@BrandonLeeRussell1986]

Has Jerry Lee Lewis ever been inside of Graceland to visit with Elvis back when he was alive and do you know how many times did he visit with Elvis

[@sandrag.mcalister3308]

Recently watched a video with Donna Presley. I believe she said that she and her parents lived behind Graceland and her parents lived there after Elvis passed away. She said that she and Elvis were really close too. Would Billy and Jo elaborate about Elvis's other cousins? Thanks.

[@efmelvisfansmatter1129]

Donna didn’t live there,she was married and lived somewhere else,her parents and sister lived there .

[@alainfortin7087]

Hello to all the Smith family, this was a great video and I loved the picture at the end. ❤ Thank you! Grace and Alain from Canada ❤❤❤

[@atomicflash1753]

You could have put out a statement saying that you were kept from contributing to the movies because maybe Priscilla doesn't want the truth coming out and things to be a little bit more accurate... which might expose her a little bit

[@doriswilliams6422]

To write a book would be not only draining there would be hurt feelings anger because of yalls honesty

[@sallyyanacsek6386]

I’ve ask several times but never answered. Was Billy Stanley has close to Elvis as he says on FB? Also did Billy & Jo know Marion Cocke?

[@marthadescoteau5994]

This video is making me sad for Jo because she seemed to be in a good mood before you asked the question about them writing a book. She said it would be emotionally difficult and rather depressing to it. For the rest of the video her mood changed and I think she seems to be down and sad. I apologize if I am wrong. Just makes me sad to see her upset. Larry Geller did an interview where he said he actually witnessed Dr Nick dunking the head of a semi-concious Elvis in a bucket of ice water. Have seen that interview many times.I don't understand why Priscilla pretends that the Smith family does not exist, refuses to even acknowledge your family.Very sad if you ask me. I think most of us would love to see you at Graceland for Elvis's Birthday proclamation and for the opening of Elvis week.

[@candle1606]

I think both of you are great people so down the earth and you had the real Elvis who cares about movies and books. Those who wrote books were trying to make money or get famous like Alden lady couple of months with Elvis she acts like she was his wife. If Elvis had another child wouldn’t you think that with DNA that child would have get his or her piece of pie he didn’t have another child that is so obvious.

[@karensobien2361]

Elvis would be so upset if he knew how Billy was treated by Priscilla

[@rekimincey7371]

My tour at Grace Land was great . I Got to go through at my own pace. Go Billy an Jo Will be Great for you both. Now I've got to go Visit. Lisa.🎉🎉❤❤

[@michaelnurse5874]

Danielle looks like Elvis.

[@tcbstrait]

To my recollection, the Elvis story by Larry Gellar claimed to have happened in Louisville KY, which Elvis performed in 1976 and 1977 - I believe Larry was more indicative of the one in 77 is when this happened.

[@bethannabanana]

I’m so worried about the Priscilla movie causing people who don’t know better to cancel Elvis. Will you see it and go through the inaccuracies?

[@jessiem276]

I'm already seeing men and women saying very hateful things about Elvis, thanks to Priscilla. It makes me furious!

[@gigimoore3738]

​@@jessiem276Me too! It's vile, unsubstantiated charges...with no sources sited.

[@bethannabanana]

@@jessiem276 It's really sad, and on Tik Tok it's worse because it's short videos and only Priscilla as the source.

[@mishalleroza-ingram6394]

Hi Billy, Jo and Danielle! All of you are looking good 😊 I hope you had a nice Thanksgiving 🦃 It's been so cold up here in Chicago 🥶 I hope you all are keeping warm. Thank you for another good Q & A session!

[@christywhitehead3171]

❤❤❤ have a wonderful week question did Elvis like driving or did he prefer someone drive him ❤❤❤

[@timburris3758]

Cuz Yall Just Stay In Your Happy Place And Let The Drama Go

[@sarahgordino6695]

Who was Maggie smith? Some call her a maid, some call her just a school girl Elvis looked out for, some call her an executive assistant, some Call her Lisa Marie’s nanny, some claimed she was a girlfriend. There’s no real mention of her but she was in Vernon’s book so she definitely existed and worked there.

[@jillott468]

Jo, I love your hair!

[@johnkaufman5474]

OK. Larry Geller has told this story more than once. Elvis was in no condition to preform one night. Geller opened the door to Elvis' room and says he saw Dr. Nick putting Elvis' head into a bucket of ice water. in an attempt to revive him Later on, The Colonel told Geller; "There is only one thing that matters. That man has to be on that stage tonight."

[@SuperSafety123]

Billy, you should write a story About your life with Elvis.

[@gaylegardinerankerry12123]

RILEY KEOUGH SHE IS A GREAT DONE A GREAT JOB DOING THE WITH THE CHRISTMAS 🎄 DO FOR HER FIRST ONE

[@patriciaaustin5441]

I sure hope y’all had a happy thanksgiving!!

[@mariamaria815]

Hello, ,greeting from the Netherlands, i am a big Elvis fan,love your video's. ❤

[@LindaCarter-m5z]

Love you all ! Thanks for all you share . ❤❤❤ 15:48

[@myrel543]

Larry was said this story so many times.

[@melharing1310]

Thanks for another great video have a great week

[@tp5776]

Who would Elvis have liked to have met but never did? Like maybe Peter Sellers...anybody come to mine.

[@delorespetree3243]

Great video love hearing about elvis have a great week

[@jimmylankford8065]

Please do a book and a movie. We would love it!