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Priscilla Presley Reveals Romance with Robert Kardashian

9/20/2025

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Priscilla Presley, 80, reveals her romance with Robert Kardashian in her memoir, "Softly, As I Leave You: Life After Elvis," set for release on September 23.
She dated Kardashian in 1975 after her divorce from Elvis and a relationship with Mike Stone.
Priscilla recalls a late-night call from Elvis while she was with Kardashian, who was unaware.
She describes Kardashian as a "sweet man," though his job limited their time together.
Priscilla shares that Kim Kardashian called her from the hospital shortly before Robert's death in 2003 and reflects on her daughter Lisa Marie's tragic passing in January 2023.

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Priscilla Presley, 80, reveals her romance with Robert Kardashian in her memoir, "Softly, As I Leave You: Life After Elvis," set for release on September 23.
She dated Kardashian in 1975 after her divorce from Elvis and a relationship with Mike Stone.
Priscilla recalls a late-night call from Elvis while she was with Kardashian, who was unaware.
She describes Kardashian as a "sweet man," though his job limited their time together.
Priscilla shares that Kim Kardashian called her from the hospital shortly before Robert's death in 2003 and reflects on her daughter Lisa Marie's tragic passing in January 2023.