Graceland draws thousands of visitors each year, offering a carefully curated glimpse into Elvis Presley’s world. While fans can tour the mansion, many areas remain roped off, allowing guests to look in but never step inside. For most, the chance to go beyond those barriers is a dream left unfulfilled.
This week, that dream became reality for someone who once called the Memphis estate home. On Monday, August 11th, Elvis Presley’s former girlfriend, Linda Thompson, shared rare Graceland photos on Instagram, giving fans a peek at spaces usually hidden from public view.
Returning to Her Old Home
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Thompson lived at Graceland from 1972 to 1976, during the height of her relationship with Elvis. Although they parted ways before his death in August 1977, she has often spoken warmly of their time together. Her recent visit came just days before the 48th anniversary of the King’s passing, and her joy in returning was evident. She appeared radiant in the photos, smiling as she revisited familiar rooms and hallways.
According to Yahoo Entertainment, Thompson’s behind-the-scenes access allowed her to see—and photograph—details up close that most visitors can only view from a distance. She captured Elvis’s striking peacock glass panes, the plush red chairs in the living room, and the fur-covered chair in the famed Jungle Room.
A Glimpse Few Ever See
While Graceland staff maintain strict rules, Thompson has reportedly been granted even rarer privileges, including entry to the private upstairs area—though she did not share any images from there, in keeping with the estate’s policy. Still, her latest Graceland photos offer a vivid reminder of the warmth, style, and personality that filled Elvis’s home.
For fans, these intimate glimpses into the King’s world are priceless. And for Linda Thompson, the visit was not just a tour but a homecoming.