VEGAS MYTHS BUSTED: The Elvis-Madonna Photo That Never Was
A widely circulated photograph allegedly shows Elvis Presley signing an autograph for a 12-year-old Madonna in 1970. While compelling at first glance, several key pieces of evidence suggest this popular myth is false.
Elvis meets Madonna
The photograph was taken by Mike McClure outside Detroit's Olympia Stadium on September 11, 1970, where Elvis performed during his first multi-city tour in 13 years. The young female fan in the image does bear a striking resemblance to Madonna.
Vintage black and white Elvis portrait
Comparing yearbook photos of the real Madonna from 1972 shows similar features:
Side-by-side Madonna yearbook photos
However, several facts dispute this claim:
- Madonna was only 11 years old in August 1970, younger than the girl appears in the photo
- Madonna has stated her first concert was David Bowie at Detroit's Cobo Arena in 1974
- Despite numerous interviews about Elvis over her career, Madonna never mentioned meeting him
- Physical differences exist between the mystery fan and Madonna, including dental work and facial features
Madonna kisses Elvis Presley poster
While Madonna was indeed an Elvis fan, as evidenced by her 1987 film "Who's That Girl" featuring her character kissing an Elvis poster, the girl in the 1970 photo was likely just one of many Elvis lookalike fans.
Madonna and Bowie performing together
Social media comments on Elvis, Madonna
Given the substantial evidence against this claim and the lack of verification from Madonna herself, we can conclude this popular social media story is merely an urban legend.
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