Shocking Revelation from Lisa Marie Presley

In a shocking and deeply emotional revelation, Lisa Marie Presley, the daughter of the legendary Elvis Presley, disclosed in her posthumous memoir, From Here To The Great Unknown, that she kept the body of her son, Benjamin Keough, at their Los Angeles home for nearly two months following his tragic death. Benjamin, who died by suicide at the young age of 27 in July 2020, left Lisa Marie grappling with profound grief.

A Heartfelt Decision

In an excerpt shared by People magazine, Lisa described her decision to keep Benjamin’s body on dry ice in a separate casitas room, emphasizing that California law does not mandate immediate burial. This decision came from her strong desire to hold onto her son just a little longer, allowing herself the time to say goodbye—a process she likened to her experience with her own father, Elvis Presley, who passed away in 1977 when she was only nine.

Reflections on Loss

She shared an intimate reflection in her memoir: 'Having my dad in the house after he died was incredibly helpful because I could go and spend time with him and talk to him.' This sentiment highlights the deep bond she felt with her son, as she continued to care for him in his final weeks.

Support from a Funeral Director

To facilitate this heartbreaking process, Lisa Marie worked with a compassionate funeral director to ensure that Benjamin was preserved at the appropriate temperature. She felt a sense of gratitude for being able to take care of him, stating, 'I think it would scare the living f****** p*** out of anybody else to have their son there like that. But not me. I felt so fortunate that there was a way that I could still parent him.'

Honoring Benjamin's Memory

Along with her daughter Riley Keough, an actress known for her role in Daisy Jones And The Six, Lisa Marie decided to honor Benjamin by getting tattoos inspired by him. The two mother-daughter duo chose to get inked in the same spots that corresponded with Benjamin’s own tattoos, as a way of keeping his memory alive.

A Shift in Perception

However, as time passed, both women began to sense that Benjamin's spirit desired a different farewell. Riley mentioned that they all felt a distinct 'vibe' from Benjamin, as if he was urging them to move his body from the house. She recalled a moment when her mother expressed feeling a presence, saying, 'This is insane, Mom, what are you doing?'

Final Resting Place

Ultimately, after much contemplation, Benjamin was laid to rest at Graceland beside his legendary grandfather, Elvis Presley, following a service in Malibu. This deeply layered and personal story highlights the complexities of grief and the bonds of family, providing a poignant look into the life of a mother mourning her child.

Reflections on Grief and Mental Health

The revelations within Lisa Marie's memoir leave readers reflecting on the limits of love and the lengths to which one would go for family, while also sparking conversations about mental health and the silent struggles many face.