Elvis was deeply affected by his mother's death at the age of 23 while he was serving in the military. His close relationship with his mother influenced his future and career as a rock and roll performer. Many close to Elvis believed that he was never the same after his mother's passing, and it ultimately had a lasting impact on him until his death.

Elvis is one of the many adaptations of Elvis Presley's life, but the movie also highlights the singer's mother's death, significantly affecting his world and career. The 2022 epic biographical drama film, directed by Baz Luhrmann, stars Austin Butler as The King of Rock 'n' Roll and Helen Thomson as his mother, Gladys Presley. Although the feature includes numerous important moments for Elvis, as told and framed by his manager, Colonel Tom Parker, Gladys's death was undoubtedly one of the most devastating tragedies that the famous...