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Elvis, Imogene Coca, and Steve Allen on The Steve Allen Plymouth Show

August 19, 2022 By Joi

Imogene Coca, Steve Allen, and Elvis Presley

The Steve Allen Plymouth Show aired on NBC from 1956 to 1960. The variety style show featured some of the biggest names in entertainment including Lena Horne, Elvis Presley, Lou Costello, Bob Hope, Sammy Davis Jr, Tony Bennett, Don Knotts, Imogene Coca, Johnny Carson, Jayne Meadows, and many more. The list of guest stars reads like a Who’s Who in entertainment greats!

Imogene Coca and Elvis Presley were guests on an episode in season one that aired on July 1, 1956.

Look at how young Elvis was! When you stop to realize just how young he was when fame overtook his life, it really makes you stop and think. What must it have been like for someone THAT young?

Elvis Presley: Behind the Scenes of Girl Happy

June 23, 2021 By Joi

Elvis on the Set of Girl Happy

Not quite sure what he was up to here, but I pretty much love this photo of Elvis Presley on the set of Girl Happy (1965)!

You can buy Girl Happy on DVD (Amazon link) or watch on Prime Video.

Shelley Fabares and Elvis, Girl Happy (Perfect Summer Movie!)

June 23, 2021 By Joi

Shelley Fabares and Elvis

There’s something so RIGHT about watching an Elvis movie… especially when it’s one as good as Girl Happy (1965). This movie is one of my favorites – it and Viva Las Vegas are perfection in my world and tie for my favorite Elvis film.

In fact, the leading ladies in these two (Shelley Fabares and Ann-Margret) tie for my favorite Elvis co-star as well. Each wonderful and beautiful actress is incredibly talented and brought out (in different ways) the best of Elvis.

You can find Girl Happy (Amazon link) on dvd or watch on Prime Video.

Happy Memorial Day!

May 31, 2021 By Joi

Ann-Margret and Elvis, Viva Las Vegas

When it was time to choose a picture of the day for Memorial Day, this one came to my mind immediately. To wonderful American stars – one born here, who also served his country (Elvis) and one who chose to call America home (Ann-Margret). I think it’s a great honor when people who could live almost anywhere in the world choose the United States of America to be their home. It honors and flatters every one of us and our beautiful country.

It also shows remarkable taste on their part, if I may be allowed to say so!

Happy Memorial Day to all those who have served, as well as to their families who often sacrifice more than anyone should ever be asked to sacrifice. Have a beautiful and peaceful day and please remember all of those who gave so much for the freedoms and life we tend to take for granted.

~ Joi (“Joy”)

Ann-Margret and Elvis Presley, Viva Las Vegas (One of My VERY Favorites!)

May 15, 2020 By Joi

Ann-Margret and Elvis Presley, Viva Las Vegas

Ann-Margret…. one of my favorite actresses and entertainers.

Elvis Presley….. one of my favorite actresses and singers.

Viva Las Vegas…. how could it NOT be one of my favorite movies. As in EVER?!

I am in love with this 1964 movie more than I could ever say. It epitomizes the Sixties in many ways and makes visiting the colorful and fun era unspeakably entertaining.

Viva Las Vegas with Elvis Presley and Ann-Margret (My Personal Favorite Elvis Movie!)

February 3, 2020 By Joi

Ann-Margret and Elvis Presley, Viva Las Vegas

Two of my favorite stars of all time are Ann-Margret and Elvis Presley – love everything about these two. So, it only stands to reason that I should be a fan of Viva Las Vegas (Amazon link), right?? It goes beyond being a fan of it, I’m in love with it! I could seriously watch it several times a month and still want to see more of it.

It’s fun, colorful, upbeat, doesn’t have stress, strife, and violence – it’s just a very enjoyable movie with two of the most charismatic and entertaining stars to ever grace the big (or small) screen. Elvis had a tremendous amount of talent and personality – a tremendous amount… BUT when Ann-Margret is on the scene, she causes him to kick it up a notch, making him even more entertaining and enjoyable.

She’s simply one of those amazing stars who makes everyone around her even better. She did it in every movie she was in. She worked her magic on so many people they may not have even realized they were completely under her spell.

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Elvis Presley and Ann-Margret

I love many of Elvis’ movies (they’re always just so much fun), but Viva Las Vegas (Amazon link) is my absolute favorite. The music is wonderful, the story is adorable, Elvis is outstanding, and I love the dancing. Most of all, however, make no mistake about it…. it’s the Ann-Margret factor.

The lady is one in a billion.

Picture of the Day: Elvis Promo Pic for Jailhouse Rock (Love it!)

January 21, 2020 By Joi

Elvis Presley, Jailhouse Rock

If you’re going to post a Tuesday picture of the day… might as well make it a great one!

This was a promotional picture for his wonderful 1957 movie Jailhouse Rock (Amazon link to the dvd).

I love this photo of Elvis – it has as much personality as he did. Well, almost.

Elvis Presley and Nancy Sinatra, Speedway

October 14, 2019 By Joi

Love this picture of Nancy Sinatra (what a beauty!) and Elvis Presley. This is a promotional picture from the 1968 film Speedway.

Fast (unintentional pun, but enjoyed nonetheless) Facts

Script originally offered to Sonny Bono and Cher. I’m really glad it ended up in Elvis and Nancy’s hands, I love them in this film!
Nancy Sinatra sings the song “Your Groovy Self” in Speedway. The song was (thankfully) included on the soundtrack LP, making it the only song by another artist to be released on an official Elvis Presley record.
This was the last of three Elvis Presley films in which his character is a race car driver.
This was Nancy Sinatra’s final film role – unfortunately.
The first racing film to give opening credits to actual NASCAR drivers.
This is the eighth film collaboration between Elvis Presley and director Norman Taurog.

Set of Nine Chris Consani Posters

November 11, 2015 By Joi

I’m fortunate enough to have some Chris Consani prints and, as someone completely obsessed with old Hollywood, I’m always looking to add to my collection.

The Nine Chris Consani Posters bundled in a set (pictured here) would be the ideal way to get a jump on your own collection. If you aren’t familiar with Consani’s work, let me assure you this – they are pure joy and unlike anything you’ve ever seen.

This set would be a gorgeous way to bring the fun of the Golden Age of Hollywood into your own home – they’d also make pretty darn amazing gift ideas for other fans of Marilyn, Humphrey, James, and Elvis.

Click through the link or picture for more information.