Elvis Presley's Bodyguard Reveals Health Struggles

Ted Pryor, Elvis Presley's former bodyguard, revealed that the iconic singer avoided physical contact in his later years due to significant weight gain and health issues, stating he was 'constantly perspiring and hot'. Pryor noted that Elvis had to tour to recover financially after his manager gambled away much of his money. Despite his struggles, including a sour attitude towards women stemming from personal losses, Elvis treated his bodyguards well. The bodyguards often had to fend off overzealous female fans, with Pryor recounting a particularly alarming incident involving a fan who choked him with a scarf gifted by Elvis. This heartfelt reflection on Elvis's life highlights the pressures of fame and the challenges he faced leading up to his untimely death in 1977.