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Priscilla Presley denies giving Bam Margera Elvis’ possessions
It looks as though the alleged friendship between Priscilla Presley and Bam Margera was short-lived.
Priscilla Presley and Bam Margera made headlines last week when the former Jackass star posted photos and videos of the two on social media.
Margera claimed he met her through her son, Navarone Garcia, and later told TMZ that the 77-year-old had given him two of her late husband Elvis Presley’s possessions - a robe and a ring.
Priscilla Presley denies Margera’s claim
Presley has responded to Margera, making it clear that at no point did she give him any of Elvis’ items.
“At no time during the visit did I give him anything of Elvis’. I still have everything he ever touched,” said Presley. “I would never disrespect Elvis who was the love of my life by giving away anything that belonged to him. I have always protected them for the fans.
“Elvis belonged to all of you, and I cherish my life with him too much to ever squander anything. I do hope this man gets the help he needs and does what is right.”
Presley added that her son had asked her to have a friend over, but that she had no idea who Margera was, or that he would film in her home.
“When I was asked by my son to have a ‘new friend’ come over for a visit, I had no idea who he was or that later he would choose to post photos and false stories,” Presley added.
“He came over, talked non-stop about his new ventures and personal struggles and asked for a photo with me for his father, who is a big fan.
“Unbeknownst to us at the time, Bam chose to circulate those photos accompanied by false information and storytelling.”
Margera has apologized to Presley
Following Priscilla’s comments, Margera has since taken to Instagram to apologize to her, though he did add that it was Navarone who game him the items.
“I want to apologize to @priscillapresley and Navarone Presley for my behavior. I’m very sorry and embarrassed, and I can’t apologize enough for acting like a jackass,” he wrote.
“Navarone gave me a robe and ring that I gave Phil to be a part of Phil’s Elvis stuff. I’m making Navarone a $10,000 Heartagram necklace because I love his band @themgunswith hopes to record and tour. I’m sorry.”