Today, on 9 June in Elvis History

Elvis performed at the State Fairgrounds Grandstand, Phoenix, Arizona.

Elvis reported to a music meeting at MGM for his new movie Girl Happy.

Just before leaving for California Priscilla learnt that she was pregnant.

After a very successful recording session in Nashville where thirty-five masters were completed, Elvis flew home to Memphis.

Still in Nashville Elvis recorded four songs to complete the gospel album about 4:30 a.m.

Elvis gave a press conference at 4:00 p.m. at the Hilton. Asked about his image as a shy, humble country boy, Elvis responded: " I don't know what makes them say that", and stood up to reveal the International Hotel gold belt under his jacket, with his father proudly beaming beside him. Afterwards Elvis performed at Madison Square Garden, New York.

Elvis performed at the State Fair Coliseum, Jackson.