Jacob Elordi Shares He Learned About Elvis From 'Lilo & Stitch' Prior to Starring in Film 'Priscilla'

Australian actor Jacob Elordi reveals his limited knowledge of Elvis Presley, gained mainly from Disney's 'Lilo & Stitch', before portraying the musical icon in Sofia Coppola's anticipated movie 'Priscilla' which hits theaters on November 3.

• Australian actor Jacob Elordi, known for his role in 'Euphoria', admitted that his initial knowledge of Elvis Presley came mostly from the animated Disney film 'Lilo & Stitch', where the characters impersonate Elvis.
• Elordi was surprised when director Sofia Coppola asked him to audition for the role of Elvis in her upcoming film 'Priscilla'. Initially, he didn't think he would get the role, but Coppola liked his audition and offered him the part.
• 'Priscilla', also starring Cailee Spaeny as Elvis' ex-wife Priscilla Presley, aims to portray the darker side of the couple's relationship, moving beyond the glitz and glamor.
• Interestingly, the film does not feature any songs written by Elvis Presley due to disagreements with his estate, yet it is lauded for its smart storytelling decisions.
• Despite his limited knowledge of Elvis' life, Elordi found portraying the music icon an exciting, albeit challenging, experience. He likened it to 'making a straight-up relationship drama without Elvis or Priscilla for Sofia Coppola.'

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