The Gotta Have Rock & Roll Pop Culture Auction Spring 2022

Lot #50:

Elvis Presley Owned & Worn Custom Green Suede Pullover Top

Elvis Presley's owned and worn custom green suede pullover top wit the Anton, Beverly Hills label and his initials "EP" sewn on as labels below. Elvis gifted this shirt to Charlie Hodge, who was his close friend of his for many years. Elvis first met Charlie when he was with a group called the Foggy Mountain River Boys. The two met again when Elvis was in the U.S. Army and went to Germany. Elvis and Charlie became good friends and Charlie lived at Graceland in a converted apartment up until Elvis' death in 1977. Charlie was also Elvis' stage director, sang harmony with him and handed him his scarves. Charlie also helped Elvis with the set lists for his shows and appeared as an extra in many of his films. Very good condition. Comes with a letter of provenance from Charlie Hodge, and a Gotta Have Rock & Roll™ Certificate of Authenticity.