The Picture of the Little Girl on Elvis’ Lap

For several years people asked me if a picture of a little girl sitting on Elvis’ lap made in his living room was me. I never knew for sure and although I never said yes it was me, many times I said ‘it could be me, or people would say it has to be me, or the like. She did resemble me at that age. Last year, it was brought to my attention that a certain fellow knew the story behind the identity of the little girl and that it was not me. I subsequently did research over this past year as I promised the fellow who identified her, shook his hand and promised to tell her story. I found quite a bit of info that corroborated the main part of the story but, the little girls older brother did not for whatever reason follow through with photos he promised to send so I could follow through on the video tribute I promised the original fellow. I’m being accused of being a liar by someone who says they are now making a video about the little girl. So, I felt an obligation to keep my word that I gave when I shook the original mans hand, for if the new video person brought out info and continued the personal slurs toward me, it would defeat the purpose of revealing the young girl in the picture story, which was to identify and honor her. I submitted this to my Facebook group yesterday evening, and here now to honor the promise and the memory of Lee Ann Long.

[@marthaashley4670]

Thank u Sheri 4 ur story. Loved it. I go into the place u r speaking of almost everyday. It's big Johns the shake shack in Marion AR. They have good food there. And the owners dad was a Elvis fan. I love all the pictures they have there of Elvis. And they always play an Elvis song. I work in Marion. And go by there to get my supper almost every day 4 the last 16 yrs. Take care.

[@dhornjr1]

Big John's Shake Shack has some of the best food around.

[@taraboo762]

What a beautiful story, I'm sure the little girl was just thrilled. You treated this story with much respect Sheri, you're a class act. RIP Leann.

[@kathysharpe7339]

Sheri, you looking good. Blessing in the coming year. ❤️Sharpe sharpe

[@LindaD68]

Thank you Sheri for your honesty and forthcoming story concerning this little girl and her Special Wish to meet Elvis! And his generosity in making her wish come true!! You, like your dad was, are always honest and a truth sayer. So much has been said and STILL being said in The Elvis World that is untrue, we can ALWAYS rely on your honesty and dedication to get the REAL stories out there!! God bless you and thank you again! Keep TCB ⚡️🕺👑

[@vickiecraig9578]

Aww bitter sweet ty Sheri

[@RobinD106]

Thank you so much for the story . I hope to watch more videos of you . God bless 🙏

[@dennisbrayboy4089]

Hey Sheri u look 👀 just like ur dad that’s awesome ur father is a Legend I’m so glad u share your videos with us thanks my God keep his arms around y’all

[@catcren5613]

Hi Sheri-I met you in Memphis a couple of weeks ago. God bless you!

[@lindakaylor5841]

Thank you for all that you do for Elvis's legacy.

[@tanyabee1684]

Thank you Sheri 🇦🇺

[@florabraswell8423]

Hello Sheri “ believe it or not, several years ago l heard the story about ‘little Leann’s wish to go see Elvis , l forget now who it was that told it ‘but it was regarding the same child , and also heard “ shortly after seeing Elvis she passed away ‘ that’s just one of the reasons why Elvis is so admired around the world is ‘that he was such a compassionate soul who had such a tender heart , l just hope Sherri, you don’t let what some people say discourage you from doing what you are so great at ‘ l guess you must have inherited a lot of this talent from your dad , oh and your mom also , she seemed like a very smart lady in her own right , someone that basically told it like it was 😄 thank You Sherri for setting the story straight’ God Bless you and yours 💁‍♀️💕🙏💙🙏💙

[@thememphismafia83]

thank you dear lady!

[@brendasixkillermuth4017]

Hello Sherri I wanted to thank you for clearing up the misunderstanding of the picture,,I'm new to your video and page.. and I look forward to hearing more of your memories ❤️

[@kathrynenderby5997]

Hey Sheri I’m. A huge fan of elvis Presley’s I love 💕 elviss music and flims too elvis will always be the king 👑 of rock and roll 🎸 mY is to visit Graceland and I love 💕 elviss music I love listening to elviss music tcb all the the way ⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️10:49pm. Thanks Sheri tcb ⚡️⚡️⚡️all the way 9:42pm. Thanks I appreciate that tcb ⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️all the way 11:26am

[@lyndaantoinette8391]

Aww wot a sad story about little lianne & Happy because she got to meet Elvis, thankyou for Sharing xx

[@shellywessner8418]

Thanks for being you Sheri 💞💞

[@marthaashley4670]

And of course u know I am a huge Elvis fan. I didn't say that in my first comment .but I am. Lol. Thank u.

[@elvisfangirl9093]

Thank you 🙏🏻 RIP Leanne.

[@delorespetree3243]

Hi Sheri good to see you

[@thememphismafia83]

Hey there!

[@carolcogbill4752]

♥️

[@jeffpowell5071]

Hi Sherri , I talked to u on the phone about a week ago . I asked for a picture of the Garage apartment at Graceland. Plz let me know if u ever find . Keep up the good work . Take care !!

[@thememphismafia83]

As I said on the call, I have never seen a photo of the room as it was back then.

[@billyworthy5764]

❤❤

[@christophertyler3425]

Hi Sheri; lovely story, but is there any way for us to see the photo?

[@alicemilling3706]

Hi Sherri your always so honest and forth coming I've loved listening to all your videos Always great information and details Your dad was always very honest too Thank you so much God bless you and your family 🙂

[@annamariafacchiano1688]

Why didn't you post the picture of the girl sitting on Elvis lap? So everyody could understand what picture was she talking about.

[@kathyesteban2623]

Exactly what I was thinking!!!

[@thememphismafia83]

Because I had to re-locate the photo which I have now done amid a tumultuous week of weather and difficulties but it is here now as the main thumbnail photo.

[@sanchan20018]

Elvis was a good, warm-hearted man. His willingness to give his time for anyone that was less fortunate, he truly an amazing person in some of the aspect.

[@aveganeverywhere]

He groomed to 14 year old and then s*** shamed her when she got pregnant with his child. He said he no longer considered her pure.

[@lindaweinstein4846]

Would have been nice to have seen that pic ?? You are not you in the pic anything Elvis and pics are awesome

[@debra2700]

I Googled the picture and can't find it. I looked under Lee Ann Long and Elvis and even little girl on Elvis' lap and nothing came up. Maybe Sheri can't find it either because I'm sure she would have shown it if she had it.

[@lindaweinstein4846]

@@debra2700 you are probably right Ty ⚡️

[@debra2700]

@@lindaweinstein4846 I would have liked to see it too, Linda.

[@thememphismafia83]

@@debra2700 The photo is now the thumbnail photo that you see when clicking on the video. (Its the only place I could get it to post.)

[@debra2700]

@@thememphismafia83 Awesome. Thank you!

[@poppybell8217]

This is kind of pathetic.