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Aug 16, 2016 · On September 6, 1977, The National ENQUIRER hit newsstands with a majestic shot of Elvis in his coffin — resplendent in a white suit, blue shirt, and silver silk tie! The extraordinary photo made history by selling over 6.7 million copies.
Jul 21, 2020 · The National Enquirer was the first newspaper to publish a photo of Elvis Presley in his casket. Reporters set up a major operation for Presley's funeral to get the shot. by Brenda...
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Aug 5, 2021 · Three stories from one day in August 1977. Elvis Presley dies, and the National Enquirer goes after the ultimate tabloid scoop: a photo of the King in his coffin.
Aug 18, 2014 · The shocking photo appeared on the cover of the Enquirer and led to a record-setting sale of 6.5 million copies for the issue. It has since become the most famous cover picture ever. The return on the $18,000 investment brought National Enquirer over 1000% profit. Ever wonder about the casket chosen for the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll? Here is ...
Sep 6, 2020 · Elvis, full face, in the coffin. “Frame four: Who cared after frame three, but it was another good picture, taken from the side of the casket, showing Elvis in profile.”
Aug 16, 1987 · One former National Enquirer reporter, who played a part in that paper’s acquisition of the famed “last picture” of Elvis in his coffin, remembered: “As a war correspondent, I had covered...
Dec 22, 2020 · Elvis Presley died on August 16, 1977, from a heart attack at 42 years old. Presley's death came as a complete shock to all who heard the news. Though he'd had some health issues in the years leading up to his death, everyone expected the king of rock and roll to continue performing for years to come.
