What Time Period Would Billy and Jo Go Back To with Elvis?

[@dorafirminpennington6098]

I can only imagine the trials and tribulations that your marriage endured. You were so young when you got married and took on the demands of working for your famous relative. I have so much respect that you two are a great example of lasting love, through the thick and thin.

[@exdus235]

👍👍👍 💓💓💓

[@charlenedonovan8948]

Ditto. 🥰

[@patschannel938]

Didn't you guys go to Whitehaven

[@ertagortan5367]

👍👍❤❤

[@sandy99252]

Hi Guys, don't ever Apologise for being Silly, you're not! I love your Sense of humour, so refreshing listening to your stories! You really are lovely down to Earth people, you don't put on "airs", just yourselves. "Genuine Article" so as to speak! I can understand what you meant as you get Older(I'm 60 now) you see things differently, benefit of hindsight, living a bit longer, being thru a few things in Life. When you are "young" you haven't lived long enough to have the confidence to maybe speak up, defend yourself. You Worry you'll jeopardise things. I really appreciate Jo's candidness saying Elvis was a Selfish person in the early days before Lisa's birth...he wouldnt have tried to understand her needs or thought about how hard it was for Jo bringing up the children while Billy was away etc & Billy needing to be around his Family more, making a decent" wage to look after the Family. What I've read & seen in docos the Guys weren't Paid very well, I know they probably got gifts, cars,holidays paid for but that doesn't pay the weekly food bills, clothing for kids, schooling & so on. I might be wrong, just observation! I think a Book would be too painful for you drenching up stuff I could see Emotion in Jo. We just grateful you're happy to do this for us all. Just keep doing what you're doing we truly appreciate & love seeing you in person talking. You can pick & choose what you want to answer or not...I respect that totally. You have to keep some things Private, people reveal "too much" these days!! Hope Danielle is Healing Well after her op. I think Elvis would love all the New Technology,gadgets these days, he'd be amazed with it all! And like you guys said the latest Motorcycles & Hummer style tank vehicles like "Arnie" drives😊 Best Wishes to you all..🥰👍 Stay Safe & Well

[@tomlivesay8407]

Mrs. Smith, it looked like you were wiping away some tears there at the end, so I can imagine how difficult it would be for you and Mr. Smith to sit down and work on a book. You two knew him like no one else knew him, and a book written by you folks would help to set the record straight on a number of things, and would give a better picture of how Elvis actually was. However, if you never write that book, then these videos are that much more valuable, and I’m very thankful for these videos. Maybe, years from now and with your blessings, Danielle can use these videos, along with any additional information you allow her to share, and write that book on your behalf. I certainly respect whatever choices you all make. Have a great week!

[@joylang2800]

Ann Margaret wrote about it in her book. And she can be trusted.

[@colleenlong2204]

If Elvis could have traveled to the future and seen your videos, I'm sure he would be proud of you all. He would have loved everything you are doing. Thank you for sharing your memories and for being so loving to the fans. ♥♥♥

[@carolynstuart5901]

Amen!

[@robinbittel9420]

Such frank and beautiful and honest and transparent answers. I really love you all.

[@exdus235]

👍👍👍

[@elbonekim]

These talks are always so genuine. It couldn’t have been all easy, all the time. That’s understandable. You bring reality to the myth. Keep ‘em coming! 👏👏👏

[@Sharon-Carrell]

Yes, Mr Billy we love ❤ Love All your Elvis stories so please keep sharing them and thank you so very much for being honest and telling the Truth!!

[@tp5776]

First time I seen a Cadillac Escalade , I remember thinking Elvis would have a couple of those. I don't remember who, but remember one of the crew saying Elvis stated he thought Scientology was all head no heart.

[@marilynadams349]

I am thankful you were with Elvis all the time

[@exdus235]

💓💓💓

[@LindaCarter-m5z]

Wow! First of all, I saw how gentle and sweet Danielle was watching her grandma. Jo, you had some true feelings there. We will never know what they were but your face had a lot to say. I love you guys and you're so real! Take care until next time. Love you Jo. ❤❤❤ 14:09

[@jofox5418]

Thank you Billy, Jo, and Danielle. I never tire hearing about Elvis. I would truly love to meet you one day. ❤️

[@sarahgordino6695]

I so appreciate your honesty Jo, and I hope Elvis fans don’t get it confused or assume that you don’t love him. Often times, Elvis fans put him up on a pedestal in a space where they will not tolerate any criticism of him or acknowledgment of his human character flaws. And it’s frustrating sometimes to read comments on other videos when someone speaks honestly in this way of hard times they may have had with him because of character. The person is automatically vilified and any negative thing immediately dismissed. And I think it does Elvis such a disservice. So thank you for speaking honestly about him. I totally understand not wanting to right s book because of the emotional place it may put you and how difficult it would be to recall some of those testing times and not wanting to go back and live in that space. Anyway thanks. I enjoyed this video.

[@Angela-vy5ok]

Thank you for your memories of him. Just last week, I was turning into my driveway and Blue Christmas came on the radio. I had already put the car in park, but I sat in my car and listened until the end. We always played his Christmas album every year and I still have it and it just brings me back It makes me nostalgic and long to go back in time too! I then thought of you, Jo and Billy. It must be a little bitter sweet for you too. Do you have a favourite song from this album? Hello to Danielle. You are doing a nice job 👍

[@kathysharpe7339]

Miss Joe. Your hair is absolutely beautiful.

[@andreaschadeck5596]

I would like to say thank you for sharing your memories of Elvis. What a gift to those of us who never laid eyes on him in person. My Mom was pregnant with me when he died, and I sometimes feel the shock of it and her grief left an imprint on me. The first time I ever heard his voice, I loved him. My wish for your family is to have an opportunity to connect with Riley and her sisters and to maybe one day share family meals at Graceland again. A place where you can share your lived experiences with him with his granddaughters.

[@delladawn1149]

I love you all ❤ ELVIS FANS MATTER ❣️❣️

[@oliverkeegan6372]

I am big elvis fan for 35 years and Lisa Marie I miss Lisa Marie so much elvis is king I wish Lisa Marie still there terry

[@mallorymitchell2357]

I could see and feel the emotion in this one….. We all appreciate Billy and Jo’s honesty always. The good, bad and ugly. I can only imagine how difficult things could have been for their marriage many years ago during those EP days. I just wanted to hug Jo when you see her ponder for a minute in thought going back in time. God bless you guys. I truly enjoy every video shared by your family.

[@NancyJSimpson]

The reason some people think Jo wears a wig is because her own hair is so full and so beautiful it's hard to imagine someone really has hair that gorgeous.... but she does!

[@cor-z8m]

The more I watch your videos the more affection I have for all of you🇨🇦❤️

[@tracymitchell3376]

❤ I love listening to your memories of Elvis, you’re a very special family, god bless you all ❤xxxx

[@rekimincey7371]

Happy anniversary you two. An many more 🎉🎉🎉

[@DarkSkies72]

I do the same thing with music. When I hear a really good song, I always think to myself, “this song would be so much more with Elvis singing it.” It really is a sad thing, isn’t it? How I do wish I could wish him here, alive again. 💔

[@sandralybrand9425]

I do the same thing! ❤️

[@ROCK.ON.]

HAPPY.HOLIDAYZ.😊

[@LaurieLT88]

I enjoyed this video. I remember Billy's momma loved Elvis but didn't always like things he did concerning Billy. I know you all gave up a lot to be with Elvis. Having a husband involved in the music business is a lonely life for a young wife and mom. Been there. The business comes first. Family life second. Kudos to Jo for sticking it out. Billy is a darn lucky man. You know I'm right, cousin.

[@mimallen9307]

Thank you, Billy and Jo. If it wasn't for you two, we wouldn't have gotten to see Elvis as a normal human being. Keep up with your sense of humor and silliness, it makes life a little easier. 😊😊

[@GypsyDiamond]

Elvis is so well loved i wish he was still here he loved his fans and needed to know that we would never forget him. We will never forget Elvis he will live on with us forever.

[@Winter-blues]

Jo’s hair is gorgeous! I hope my hair look’s just like that. She is a beautiful lady with a beautiful heart.

[@musiclover3205]

Hey Billy, Jo, and Danielle-Merry Christmas to y'all! Question-Did Elvis ever have a New Year's Eve party for everyone at Graceland or in California? Also, what was your favorite Christmas gift from Elvis? I love your channel. Thank you so much! from Helen Speight (Pronounced Sp8) in Virginia. Have a wonderful holiday season. 🎄🎄

[@CGASongMan]

Hi Danielle, Jo & Billy - Great as always to see you all this Sunday morning - hope you're all doing well ! I loved the Q&A's as well As far as the scientology goes - didn't he once say that was the one religion he wanted no part of - as he felt they were just after his money ?? I thought i had read that in a book once! I could listen to you guys tell stories of your time with Elvis and you make it sound like an event took place, last night! Danielle - I know i commented on your solo vidoe from the other day, but i'd like to add, I thought it was extremely kind of you to go into something so personal ! I truly hope to one day meet the 3 of you, and Danny , Teresa, Joey - i may never leave LOL !! Hope you have a great week, be safe as always! God bless and love you all so very much !! - Charlie

[@angelaneilson4364]

Thank you Billy,Jo and Danielle , We did enjoy listening to the answers you guys shared with us , we will continue to watch your videos full of priceless memories of Elvis. Thank you! Arrivederci!

[@neildarealdeal7129]

Thanks for another real story about y'all and Elvis, Happy Holidays! 🎄 Darealdeal

[@marilynadams349]

Hearts and health to you all.

[@TheMontgomery333]

There's nothing else much I could even think of I would rather watch or hear about Elvis than from these people right Here.

[@margaretbarker9775]

Hi all, always loved elvis was born a month before lisa marie and we always had elvis records in our house the whole area where we lived in north of england mourned for days and played his records out of every window after he died, as to his selfish traits i think a lot of that will be because he was an only child i had a friend like that because they never have to consider their siblings or vie for their parents affection they end up with some selfish traits not knowingly and then like elvis once they mature and have seen how things have to be shared etc they change love your channel and thank you

[@ruthjesse6759]

Thank u so much for all yr stories and thoughts. I always look forward to yr videos. God Bless

[@bretfaulkner]

God bless everyone.

[@Mary-w7c4z]

Any kind of story on Elvis you have is always fun to listen to; it doesn’t matter to me what it’s about. Every video you all do is a lot of fun!

[@Winter-blues]

Yay! I think that was my 2 part question about how if he knew about Priscilla getting Lisa into Scientology. And I agree. I don’t think she would have gotten away with putting Lisa in that Cult.

[@PrairieNightMoon]

You all are always fun to watch!

[@marilynadams349]

I heard Pricilla showed him Scientology . He did not like it.

[@MichaelSmith-990]

Yes Elvis stated Scientology is all head and no heart ❤️

[@arkansawdave7984]

How can I get a question or 2 for ur grandparents? Thank U for all ur dedication to the channel Dani. Ur greatly appreciated.

[@kathrynenderby5997]

Jo and billy and daneille you’re videos are amazing fantastic and awesome too watch I love 💕 those stories about elvis too I respect elvis for who he was elvis was an amazing fantastic entertainer that ever lived elvis fans matter I always live elvis tcb ⚡️🕺7:08pm that’s my pleasure anytime 6:14pm

[@delorespetree3243]

I always love you telling stories about elvis and your life with him it never gets old God bless your family

[@cgrimm2374]

Thank you so much for sharing your memories, you make me laugh and cry with you. The amazing life you both had with Elvis and family at Graceland is to be cherished ❤for sure. Danielle you are an Absolute Angel ❤giving us your time to help your grandparents get their stories out to us all. I love you all so much, God bless you all 🙏❤️🎶⚡️

[@joytimothy2145]

Always love hearing about your years with Elvis, the good and the bad. I can assume Elvis always received tons of compliments but was he good at giving compliments?

[@Somee989]

HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Luv you guys. Old time fan.

[@marilynadams349]

Thank you for sharing.

[@lauramuttoni130]

Amazing interview! Always is interesting to know about Elvis and your relation with him. Thank you so much ❤

[@Mary-w7c4z]

It must of been really hurtful when Elvis died, us fans get caught up in ourselves. But I am sorry for the sorrow you must of felt when Elvis died. I wish Elvis wouldn’t have died. But I am sorry for your loss. Listening to your video at the moment, at the same time I am listening to Elvis sing “A little less conversation” 🎶 It’s the remake. Wow. Elvis could sing any song in the world and it sounds great!

[@AngelaKearney]

QUESTION: Did Jo and the wives/girlfriends who lived in the trailers at Graceland cook and clean for their household or did Graceland cooks and housekeepers take care of the families too?

[@roymarksberry4152]

❤ I look forward to this every Sunday from your biggest fan Roy. I need to come meet you again. I never got a picture. I got your Autograph but no picture

[@christywhitehead3171]

🩵💚☃️🌲☃️🌲 enjoyed the video love you guys have a wonderful week❤❤

[@linapagliari8003]

Ty billy jo and Danielle for always sharing ELVIS stories with us we really appreciate u EFM😁🇨🇦❤️

[@janicewright6375]

All my grandparents have passed so I think it's so special that you, Danielle get to spend these moments with yours. God Bless them and you!

[@gpt465]

Thanks for doing these video's!Has to sometimes be hard to look back on somethings. Wives of the guys had alot to deal with I'm sure.It had to be the adventure of a lifetime❤

[@spral2662]

Jo and Billy don't you think all these episodes is like writing a book. All the episodes put the most accurate entertaining, informative, fun depiction of Elvis's life? Spring

[@eorozco2720]

You are so wonderful to share your memories and stories. Thank you for doing that. We are booked Elvis so much and it’s really nice to hear these small human things about him. It makes him seem like more of a real person. We love him and always will . We love you both and always will. Thank You again for making our life happier when we hear about him

[@tinageo591]

I would love to read a book by Billy and Jo about their life. Do you think they ever will write a book?

[@johndenny2]

I love your and Danny’s channel I saw the film with him as a child with Elvis what a great life you all had we can only dream

[@lorrainebutler3527]

How would Elvis answer those questions? I'm 100% sure, Elvis felt blessed having you guys in his life. Thanks for sharing. I would of liked him as a person, not the other stuff.

[@joanneveitch8463]

Thanks again for sharing your memories with Elvis. As with anyone we love, there are the good and bad times. Doesn't make us love them any less! I'm sure there were some difficult times for you and appreciate your honesty. Mahalo! 🌺

[@charlenedonovan8948]

Yes, always different looking back to a situation encountered as opposed to having lived it [in the moment.] In the moment, all things aren't or can't be considered, detailed things, living it in the moment. But then comes the Monday morning quarterback-outlook and perception. We know [aging] tends to change the perception as well. Like Elvis did in the seventies. Love the Q&A today...thank you so much, Danielle, Billy and Jo. Blessings to you all.🥰

[@karenlippard3688]

Joe and Billi Elvis was very lucky to have you too

[@lanagailmckinny1841]

Great interview, always fun!

[@jamesfletcher9469]

Did Elvis Presley know Buford pusser from McNairy county they say he knew him from McNairy county he was can you tell me if he knew please from James Fletcher

[@keithoffredo2676]

Another Great time with EFM,love all the stories and laughing ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

[@gaylebardrick7725]

You two have lived through amazing times with your cousin. I love your honesty and thank you for sharing with everybody. Thanks to your granddaughter too 🙏👍

[@DebraBehrens-sn4bi]

Thanks guys for this video loved these Q& A’s this time around! Always appreciate your stories about Elvis! Happy Holidays to all of EFM 🎄

[@queenscott4572]

Hi Smith Family I enjoyed the video tyfs be blessed , safe Happy holidays🎅🙏

[@dawnsawyer4275]

Love you guys thank you for the stories ❤

[@debradiggs7489]

Enjoyed the video thank you! Love yall

[@tomboy4047]

I really appreciate the stories and thoughts you all share

[@marycaygross4096]

You all are true friends/relatives. Your honesty and love shows thru. I would love to have you all in my life.

[@nancydusheke5722]

Just Loved This. Loved Your Humor, Your Charm & Wit. Great Subject of You All and Elvis. It Would Be So Cool If They Had Such A Thing Like A Time Machine , Like The Movie. But For You All To Visit That Exact Time That You Wanted. Super Cool For You To Live This Reality Again With Elvis. Super Cool For Us To Know And See If There Was A Way. Thank All Of You. Super Video. 💃🕺💃💝✌️💞❤️

[@MichaelSmith-990]

Happy Sunday billy jo Danielle and family ❤ What would you say was the best time with Elvis? And what was the worst? Not intended to be personal just generally speaking. Love you guys. TCB ⚡

[@gracieg7601]

Elvis may have been selfish but I don’t call it selfish so much as I see it as only child syndrome. I 😅can say that cause my son is an only child. I don’t have to tell you, he loved you all so much. I don’t think Elvis ever tried to hurt anyone. He was trying to keep it together himself most of the time. Things jumped to hyperdrive in music and travel in his life so fast. He’s said it in some of his videos or interviews.

[@lisajones-pg5wt]

QUESTION.....hello to you Billy,Jo and Danielle...I was wondering if Elvis ever had to wear glasses when he was younger it seems like I recall seeing a picture when he was really young wearing glasses it was hard to tell as the picture was old...A big Thank You for sharing your precious memories Have a wonderful day❤❤❤❤❤

[@marilynadams349]

Years with Elvis: I might choose the beginning. / ok but yes but I see hard on Joe.

[@sandralybrand9425]

I understand how Jo felt. Billy spent more time with Elvis than he did with her. I had the same situation with my husband's brother. It changed after I had a heart to heart talk with him. I'm like Jo I loved my brother in-law

[@joannedeason9632]

Love Your Show .....

[@JamesSzott-fc5gq]

You all are great at answering questions you lived an amazing life what an adventure for you all keep up videos God bless coffee jim from Saginaw MI seen Elvis on April of 77great show as always Elvis threw his rings on stage because they got in his guitar.funny charlie gobbled them up very quick

[@tammy6743]

My daddy died on Elvis’s bday so on Jan 8th I’m celebrating Elvis’s bday and sad at the same time over my daddy’s anniversary of his death my daddy was an Elvis fan ❤️❤️ he died Jan 8th 1986

[@candle1606]

Thank you for sharing your memories so honestly. What I learned today was that like Priscilla and Memphis mafia members have said in books or interviews , life with Elvis was not easy especially early years when he was young and so handsome and who can blame him the whole world wanted to be near him and he knew it.

[@DarkSkies72]

I think it was so pathetic that Joe Esposito would put out books or VHS Tapes that said Elvis’s “best friend” remembers and this and that. Joe just made himself look incredibly desperate for attention. If Elvis had a best friend, especially at the end, it would have been his cousin Billy who was with him until the very end. Id go back to 1958 and steal Elvis from Priscilla or at least make it so he never met her. 😊

[@alainfortin7087]

Hello to all the Smith family, I always enjoy your videos. You are a wonderful family and its always a treat to spend time with you all. May God bless you and everyone. ❤❤❤ Grace and Alain from Canada

[@kyrieteleison3009]

I have a couple of questions. I can somewhat relate to your life on a way smaller level. 1. Do you ever struggle or did you ever struggle finding your own life and purposes after he passed? 2. Do you ever regret letting someone have that much control over your life? There may be a more positive way to word that last statement, but I can’t think of it now. 3. Do you ever wish you were more honest and bold with him? I enjoy your videos so much!

[@renitamcintyre1071]

Thank you for sharing your wonderful memories.

[@dorothycastaneda8760]

Thank you for taking out time to do these videos I really appreciate it and think you are really nice folks.Please keep them coming❤

[@pattynuzzello9035]

I loved the 70s I really Iiked 72-75 although I loved him since I was 6 guessing it was his first movie Love me tender

[@donnaechu]

I really appreciate your family and your honesty. It’s good to hear the whole truth about a man we all deeply loved. There is no perfect person outside of Christ Jesus, but it’s good to know the human flaws to get a better understanding of the whole man.

[@thewildgoose1979]

QUESTION : There is a new video interview out on KZbin with Donna Presley. She said she stayed at Graceland during the summers and at Circle G. Also living in a place up behind Graceland. Do you ever remember her there?

[@efmelvisfansmatter1129]

She never lived at Graceland but her parents and sister did.She did live on the ranch and she visited her grandmother in the summer at Graceland sometimes.

[@LindaPaige-r7l]

I watch you everyday almost allday.Linda Paige.

[@KrystalRiverx]

So thankful for your videos.

[@michellevolkmann5675]

Hi, Merry 🎄 Christmas

[@bobbyhunt3009]

I just saw the special and my favorite performance was 1. War and Treaty 2. Alanis Morisette They were all good though I just wish Riley would've had her and the others walking around Graceland and talking like when see sat in the kitchen and talked to the girl singer. Maybe should could've told some stories that she got from her family like Billy and Jo.

[@mckennalynn1916]

Great video. I love how honest you all are even with the difficult things. I also feel the same way Billy and Jo do, if I see something, hear something, depending on what it is to a degree I always think of Elvis. Would he like this song? He should have covered that song. What would he think of our fashion? Would he drive that car? Also the time travel I would love to visit each decade of Elvis' and many more, but specifically for Elvis 1968-1975 is the era I would love to go back to if I could meet him. That's my fav time for him and I love the culture and music of that time as well!

[@jenniferhildebrand5466]

I love y’all so much, thank you for sharing your precious memories with us!!❤️❤️

[@braddarnell2498]

My favorite time period would be from the 68 Comeback special to the 1970 Vegas concerts

[@barbaradavis2873]

I look forward to each weeks release, thanks to all 3 of yall for these videos! ( even tho my questions never get picked ) This is my favorite channel on youtube! in 2nd is Danny & Teresa! Merry Christmas to you! I bet the Graceland special stirred up alot of memories for you! ❤

[@efmelvisfansmatter1129]

What’s your question?!

[@barbaradavis2873]

@efmelvisfansmatter1129 Did Mr.Billy & Mrs.Jo attend the concert in Hawaii? And the one at Madison Square Gardens? If so, can you tell us about Elvis reactions before & after? what was their favorite concert they attended?

[@lindaharrelson331]

I just love Ya'll. Thank You so much for these Videos.♥️🙏🙏

[@JoAnnKlingaman-iu4lm]

From what I read Priscilla & Lisa Marie joined in 1977 after Elvis passed. She seemed to do a lot after Elvis passed sadly !

[@JoAnnKlingaman-iu4lm]

Interesting when you talk about Elvis being difficult in the 60s & after learning much more about his life, was part of it not liking the movies that he was contractually obligated to do them & then even in his own words that he was "Railroaded" into getting married ? ?