Priscilla Presley’s former business partners have filed an amended $50 million lawsuit against her, alleging she exerted undue pressure on Elvis Presley, contributing to his death. Brigitte Kruse and Kevin Fialko claim Presley placed a lien on Graceland in April 1977, adding financial strain to Elvis less than four months before his passing. The lawsuit states this action “pushed him to his death.”
Presley has denied the claims, with her attorney, Marty D. Singer, dismissing the allegations as baseless. He stated, “This lawsuit concerns Ms. Presley’s claims against Ms. Kruse… in which she alleges that Ms. Kruse engaged in a relentless and calculated campaign of elder abuse and fraud.” Singer criticized the lawsuit as “absurd and despicable,” asserting Presley will hold Kruse and Fialko accountable for their actions.
Kruse and Fialko’s legal team, representing them in the case, responded by calling Presley’s defense “nonsense” and emphasizing that no evidence has been presented to support her claims. The amended complaint highlights ongoing disputes over financial dealings and estate control, with a judge yet to rule on the allegations.
The lawsuit, initially filed in August, also accused Presley of ignoring her daughter Lisa Marie Presley’s health concerns to regain control of her estate—claims Presley has consistently denied.