SHOCKING CONFESSION: Priscilla Presley Fiercely Criticizes Lisa Marie’s Marriage to Michael Jackson in New Memoir
In Memphis, Tennessee, the world is reeling from a revelation made by Priscilla Presley in her newly released memoir, Softly, As I Leave You: Life After Elvis (September 23, 2025). With candor that surprised even her closest followers, Priscilla sharply criticized the marriage between her daughter, Lisa Marie Presley, and pop superstar Michael Jackson, alleging that Jackson exploited the relationship as part of an effort to repair his public image during a period of scandal.
The claim, bold and unflinching, has left fans stunned. For years, the marriage between Lisa Marie and Michael—though brief—was the subject of fascination, speculation, and intense media scrutiny. Their 1994 union shocked the world, uniting two of the most famous names in music history. At the time, it was hailed by some as a love story and dismissed by others as a publicity stunt. Now, three decades later, Priscilla has added her own voice to the controversy, and it is one that cannot be ignored.
In her memoir, Priscilla describes her deep unease about the relationship from the very beginning. She claims she worried her daughter was being manipulated, swept up in Michael’s charm while he faced mounting pressure over allegations that threatened his career. “I believed he needed her more than she needed him,” Priscilla writes. “To me, it looked like an effort to repair his image, not a foundation for a lasting marriage.”
Lisa Marie and Michael divorced just two years after their wedding, in 1996, with both citing irreconcilable differences. Yet the fascination with their pairing never faded. From their infamous televised kiss at the MTV Video Music Awards to Lisa Marie’s later reflections on their tumultuous bond, the marriage has remained one of the most unusual and debated unions in celebrity history.
Priscilla’s memoir brings a new perspective to that story—one of a protective mother who feared for her daughter’s well-being. She admits that her criticisms caused strain between her and Lisa Marie at the time, but insists that her concern was rooted in love. “I did not want to see her hurt,” she explains. “As a mother, you see things your child may not, especially when the world is watching.”
The revelation has triggered strong reactions online. Some fans applauded Priscilla for speaking her truth, praising her courage in addressing one of the most controversial chapters in Lisa Marie’s life. Others criticized the timing, suggesting that reopening old wounds risks overshadowing Lisa Marie’s own voice, especially following her untimely passing in 2023.
Entertainment critics note that this passage of Priscilla’s memoir underscores its larger theme: the struggle of living in the shadow of Elvis while navigating the challenges of her own life and family. By speaking openly about Lisa Marie’s marriage to Michael Jackson, Priscilla is not only recounting history but also attempting to frame her legacy as one of honesty—even when that honesty is painful.
As readers continue to absorb the revelations in Softly, As I Leave You, one thing is clear: Priscilla Presley is not holding back. She is telling her story, and in doing so, reshaping how the world understands the Presley family’s triumphs, struggles, and heartbreaks.