We deliver the joy of reading in 100% recycled packaging with free standard shipping on u. George klein dj biography, age, wife, health, cause of. George klein was a memphis radio dj and television host, and elvis presleys best friend. Klein visited the horseshoes seven stars lounge on jan. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
George klein, memphis dj and friend of elvis presley, died tuesday, feb. Elvis presley used to affectionately call klein gk. The elvis information network home to the best news. George klein with chuck crisafulli 9780753539538 by klein, george and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books. Elvis presley special 2017 george klein s memphis sounds. My best man by crisafulli, chuck book the fast free shipping elvis. Personally elvis was a great friend to me, klein said. Elvis was his best man when he married and klein was a pallbearer when the rock n roll king died. George kleins friendship with elvis spanned 30 years.
Klein was among the select guests at elvis 1967 las vegas wedding to priscilla three years later, elvis was best man at george s wedding, and he. George klein, friend of elvis presley and longtime radio. Gary james interview with one of elvis oldest and closets. George klein and elvis presley first met in 1948 at humes high school in north memphis when presley was in eighth grade. Klein met the man who would become king of rock n roll in the 8th grade at humes high school and stayed close by his side until presleys death in 1977. But from the first time gk as he was nicknamed by elvis heard this kid sing. Within the first few pages of the book, it was obvious that george klein and elvis presley had very little contact in high school. George klein books list of books by author george klein. Ap george klein, the deepvoiced radio personality who became friends with elvis presley in high school and stayed close to the king of rock n roll throughout his career, has died.
George klein, the legendary dj who called elvis his best friend, died tuesday february 5th from complications from dementia. When george klein was an eighth grader at humes high, he couldnt have known how important the new kid with the guitarthe boy named elviswould later become in his life. He was an actor and producer, known for the client 1994, rhinoceros hunting in budapest 1997 and crystal ball 1989. Elvis was the best man at klein s wedding a year later, and klein is clearly disinterested in writing ill of a man who performed such a kindness for him. Published to mark the 30th anniversary of presleys death, this unique tribute gives fans a personal peek into elviss life both onstage and off.
Thanks to the geeker the rant memphis news and events. Readers are taken back to the very beginning of elvis career and are shown the man, elvis presley, in his everyday life whether on stage or off. George klein in car accident people elvis presley ezine. George klein shares his memories of elvis in his book elvis. Presleys former wife, priscilla presley, told the associated press that klein died tuesday at hospice in memphis, tennessee. George gk klein is a memphis native and a pioneering disc jockey and television host. Memphis, tn wmc george klein,the legendary dj who called elvis his best friend, has died. Although it bothered me that klein did not tell of any elvis memories, i knew there was a way to find out what connection they had in high school get a copy of klein s book elvis. Although he would remain in elviss life on and off from then on, it appears george was never again officially on elvis s payroll. Elviss lifelong friend george klein talks about meeting elvis for the first.
The family album will feature the type of photographs that only a family can provideand that fans love. Longtime friend george klein shares his own recollections of presley in addition to gathering intimate tales and photos from family and friends. Although it bothered me that klein did not tell of any elvis memories, i knew there was a way to find out what connection they had in high school get a copy of kleins book elvis. We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. He met elvis presley in the eighth grade at humes high school in north memphis, and they remained friends until presleys death in 1977. Aug 11, 2014 elvis remembered by red west on the george klein show. The set of books by people who were close to elvis would be incomplete without one by george klein. George klein, elvis presley confidante, dead at 83. Klein, a radio and tv personality and the kings buddy died feb. Klein and presley met while they were attending humes high school in memphis and became lifelong friends. Elvis remembered by red west on the george klein show.
Radio days, rock n roll nights, and my lifelong friendship with elvis presley by george klein. This book by george klein is a must for the elvis collector. George klein has 240 books on goodreads with 3376 ratings. So when elvis was inducted into the rock and roll hall of fame in 1986, priscilla presley asked george klein to make the acceptance speech. George klein was a friend of elvis, a friend to many and a friend of mine, said congressman steve cohen d memphis. When george klein was an eighth grader at humes high, he couldnt have known. Elvis friend and oral biographer george, gk as he was known to his friends and by elvis himself, was in a frontrow seat for the entire ride. George klein, elvis presley confidante, dead at 83 rolling. Radio days, rock n roll nights, and my lifelong friendship with elvis presley by george klein, chuck. Dj george klein pays tribute to elvis in hammond music.
George with elvis, four memphis mafia buddies, a sound guy, and baseball pitcher don sutton second from right. My best man by klein, george book the fast free shipping. Nov 02, 2007 this book by george klein is a must for the elvis collector. Elvis when george klein was an eighth grader at humes high, he couldnt have known how important the new kid with the guitarthe boy named elvis would later become in his life. I dont think ive ever heard george say anything bad about anybody. Today, klein hosts a program for sirius xm radios elvis channel, memphis sounds for wypl18 tv, and the elvis hour for wmc radio in memphis, where he.
Klein met elvis presley in the eighth grade at humes high. At last, elvis is exposed as the loving, generous, caring, humble, insightful man he truly was. As a friend and traveling companion, he had accompanied elvis and witnessed all of the press conferences and performances presley gave in the 18 cities he visited that year. My best man, a heartfelt, entertaining, and longawaited contribution to our understanding of elvis presley and the early days of rock n roll, george klein writes with great affection for the friend he knewabout who the king of rock n roll really was and how he acted when the stage lights were off.
Klein, a radio and tv personality and the kings buddy. Elvis presley special 2017 george kleins memphis sounds. My best man, to his radio program, george klein s original elvis hour, now in its 34th year. Hes got the great stories and hes always talked about elvis and presented him with great dignity. He is well known among the elvis fans for his countless contributions to the memory of elvis. The friendship between klein and presley has become legendary, from george s book, elvis. George klein, legendary dj and best friend of elvis. He remained a friend of elvis right up until the end in 1977. Klein met the man who would become king of rock n roll in the 8th grade at humes high school and stayed close by. A toy pistolpacking, mustachesporting elvis presley is seen at the wheel of his 1956 continental mark ii convertible in downtown memphis with sidekick george klein on the night of march 22, 1957. Priscilla presley, jerry schilling, and their friend, george. George klein was a long time friend to elvis and was class president at humes high. George klein was born on october 8, 1935 in memphis, tennessee, usa.
Later, presley served as klein s best man at his wedding, and klein. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. Elvis presley has been caught in video at the funeral of us tv host and dj george klein, conspiracy theorists have claimed since elvis presley died from a heart attack in 1977, a truly outrageous conspiracy surfaced claiming he faked his death to escape the public glare and start a new life in peace. Elvis presley displays a toy pistol, used as a prop in a. George klein, friend of elvis presley and longtime radio host. My best man when george klein was an eighth grader at humes high, he couldnt have known how important the new kid with the guitarthe boy named elvis would later become in. A photograph in the introduction of this book shows elvis as best man at klein s wedding. Today, klein hosts a program for sirius xm radios elvis channel, memphis sounds for wypl18 tv, and the elvis hour for wmc radio in memphis. George klein, legendary dj and best friend of elvis, passes away. My best man by crisafulli, chuck, klein, george isbn. George went on to become a legend in memphis radio as a dj for whbq. Legendary memphis deejay george klein salutes elvis every.
Elvis my best man by klein george 0753539535 the fast for. Memories of everyday life and intimate conversations with elvis shared in a way that only a best friend could, unlike many of the selfproclaimed best friends of elvis, george klein does not dwell on elvis weaknesses and flaws. George klein discusses elvis presleys womanizing wgn radio. George klein george gk klein was an american disc jockey, and television host, born in memphis, tennessee. Dj george klein was in the house and sharing stories of his good friend elvis presley. When george klein was an eighth grader at humes high, he couldnt have known how important the new kid with the guitarthe boy named elvis would later become in his life. Author and longtime friend george klein will share his own recollections of presley in addition to gathering intimate tales from family and friends. This strange shot was taken in 1958 when elvis was on the train to ny before embarking on the ss randall for germany. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. George gk klein october 8, 1935 february 5, 2019, born in memphis, tennessee, was an american disc jockey, and television host. Legendary dj george klein laid to rest wmc action news 5. George klein went to humes high school with elvis and worked at a local radio station in memphis.
George klein, best friend of elvis passes away always elvis. This book captures all the excitement of the birth of rock n roll, and reminds us of the. Meet george klein, elvis friend and author of the book elvis. Later, presley served as kleins best man at his wedding. George klein, best friend of elvis passes away always. George kleins memphis sounds with red west 2011 youtube. George klein, a local memphis disc jockey was a friend to elvis presley since his high school days. A member of the memphis mafia and always tcb, george kept elvis. After reading four chapters, it became obvious why others around elvis might object to kleins book. Radio days, rock n roll nights, and my lifelong friendship with elvis presley george klein, chuck crisafulli on. Dj george klein, childhood friend of elvis, visited the horseshoe casino in hammond recently to sign copies of his book. George klein, a friend of elvis presley since their childhood, talks about the kings womanizing while talking with bob sirott and marianne murciano. George klein continues to be a good friend to elvis. The first half of the book contains pictures i have never seen before and i have over 50 elvis books along with over 50 magazines.
He and elvis met in eighth grade at humes high in north memphis, and they became lifelong friends. It never ceases to amaze me that elvis is loved so much by so many loyal friends who still miss and think about him daily, even so long after his death, whether or. Priscilla presley, jerry schilling, and their friend. My best man by klein, george book the fast free shipping elvis. Meanwhile, marianne gets called out by a text from a listener who feels she is being too tough on their guest. Presley served as kleins best man, and klein was a pallbearer at presleys funeral. George klein quit elvis for a radio career in late 1957, klein says he left elvis s employment to revive his radio career. The gkers in your speaker on siriusxm 19 elvis radio. George klein, a longtime friend of elvis presley and renowned disc jockey in memphis, has died at the age of 83 after a long battle with illness, according to several sources close to the family. Back in 1957, as i began research for my book on elvis presleys 1957 concert tours, one of the people i wanted most to interview was george klein. Klein and elvis became friends in the eighth grade at humes high school. He wrote several books, one was entitled, elvis, my best man. Events in the book, as detailed by former elvis employees red west, sonny west and dave hebler as told to steve dunleavy, fired up the coverage of elvis death, said reporter william.
George klein s memphis sounds elvis presley special august 2017. Two words you just know if you live or ever lived in memphis. Klein met his best friend elvis presley in the eighth grade at humes high school in north memphis, where they became lifelong friends until presleys death in 1977. But from the first time gk as he was nicknamed by elvis heard this kid sing, he knew that elvis presley was someone extraordinary. Visitation and funeral services were held sunday for george klein. Aug 19, 2017 a toy pistolpacking, mustachesporting elvis presley is seen at the wheel of his 1956 continental mark ii convertible in downtown memphis with sidekick george klein on the night of march 22, 1957. Ive read a lot of books on elvis, but none compare to what george has. My lifelong friendship with elvis presley, comes from george klein, who befriended elvis presley when they. Sep 06, 2017 george kleins memphis sounds elvis presley special august 2017. Klein and presley met while they were attending humes high school in. The train stopped briefly in memphis which is why george klein is in the picture. George will be autographing copies of his book at the event. Their friendship started in their high school music class and continued into the later years.