Austin Butler has broken the silence in passing from Lisa Marie Presley.
At Pleasant The singer died suddenly from a heart attack. This is just two days after he attended Golden Globes to support Austin and nominated for Best Actor in Drama Motion Picture for his father’s portrayal Baz Luhrmann‘s Elvis. It was his last public appearance – and possibly his last interview.
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While making and promoting the film, Butler got a rare opportunity to get to know the Presley family well, and in his first statement, his heart went out to Lisa Marie’s children, as well as their mother. Priscilla Presley. He told me NBC News on friday night:
“My heart breaks for Riley, Finley, Harper and Priscilla over the tragic and unexpected loss of Lisa Marie. I am forever grateful for the times I was lucky enough to be close to her bright light and will cherish the quiet moments we shared.
He added:
“His warmth, love and authenticity will always be remembered.”
That’s a moving word. To be invited to the family as they are going through the tragedy. Aggravate.
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