Introduction

In a candid and emotional posthumous memoir titled “From Here to the Great Unknown,” Lisa Marie Presley unveils the turmoil and heartbreak of her life, including a shocking confession about becoming pregnant with her daughter, Riley Keough.

A Controversial Decision

Presley opened up about significant moments that shaped her as a person. After undergoing an abortion, which she described as “the stupidest thing I’ve ever done,” the singer admitted that she actively plotted to ensure she would conceive on a cruise ship where her then-boyfriend, Danny Keough, was performing. Reflecting on her motives, Presley wrote, “I didn’t care if he wanted to be a part of it or not. I felt that I had to redeem, to make amends.” Her desire to have a child, to rectify her past, drove her to take such drastic measures.

Pregnancy and Marriage

Two weeks later, Presley discovered she was pregnant with Riley, who came into the world in May 1989. In the memoir, she openly stated that she “trapped” Danny, saying, “I didn’t really mean to, but I did.” Their marriage lasted from 1988 until 1994, during which they also welcomed a son, Benjamin Storm Keough, born in 1992. Tragically, Benjamin passed away in July 2020, which deeply affected Lisa Marie. In a poignant statement, Riley, now 35, expressed that her mother died from a “broken heart” after her son's loss.

Family and Relationships

In addition to Riley, Lisa Marie is also the mother of twin daughters, Harper and Finley Lockwood, born in 2008, from her fourth marriage to Michael Lockwood. Throughout her life, she experienced a whirlwind of relationships, including two high-profile marriages to pop icon Michael Jackson and actor Nicolas Cage, although neither bore her children.

Grief and Legacy

“From Here to the Great Unknown” doesn’t shy away from controversy or raw emotions; it reveals that Lisa Marie faced grief in unimaginable ways, including keeping Benjamin’s body in her home for two months after his death. The book also sheds light on her complicated relationship with her mother, Priscilla Presley, especially after the loss of her legendary father, Elvis Presley, who died prematurely of a heart attack.

An Intimate Memoir

Co-authored by Riley, who sifted through hours of her late mother's recordings, the memoir offers an intimate glimpse into the struggles and heartaches that Lisa Marie faced throughout her life, alongside the complexities of family ties and legacy.

Conclusion

Prepare to be captivated by the raw honesty and emotional depth as Lisa Marie Presley’s secrets come to light. What other revelations does she hold? You won’t want to miss the details!