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This Jan. 8, 2010, file photo shows Benjamin Keough, right; his sister, Riley Keough, left; their mother, Lisa Marie Presley, second from right; and Presley's mother Priscilla Presley, second from left, at a ceremony in Memphis, Tenn., commemorating Elvis Presley's 75th birthday. Mr. Keough has died, his mother's representative has confirmed. He was 27.
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Benjamin Keough, son of Lisa Marie Presley and grandson of Elvis, dies at 27, agent says

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Benjamin Keough, son of Lisa Marie Presley and grandson of Elvis, dies at 27, agent says

Oct. 21, 1992 - July 12, 2020

LOS ANGELES — Benjamin Keough, the son of Lisa Marie Presley, has died. He was 27.

Presley’s representative Roger Widynowski said in a statement Sunday to The Associated Press that she was “heartbroken” after learning about the death of her son, who was the grandson of the late Elvis Presley.

TMZ reported that Mr. Keough died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound Sunday in Calabasas, Calif.

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“She is completely heartbroken, inconsolable and beyond devastated but trying to stay strong for her 11-year-old twins and her oldest daughter Riley,” Mr. Widynowski said in the statement. “She adored that boy. He was the love of her life.”

Presley had Mr. Keough and actress Riley Keough, 31, with her former husband Danny Keough. She also has twins from another marriage.

Nancy Sinatra tweeted her condolences to Presley, writing, “I have known you since before your mama gave birth to you, never dreaming you would have pain like this in your life. I’m so very sorry.”

If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (800-273-8255). It’s always open, and you can speak to a trained counselor.

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First Published: July 13, 2020, 1:50 a.m.

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This Jan. 8, 2010, file photo shows Benjamin Keough, right; his sister, Riley Keough, left; their mother, Lisa Marie Presley, second from right; and Presley's mother Priscilla Presley, second from left, at a ceremony in Memphis, Tenn., commemorating Elvis Presley's 75th birthday. Mr. Keough has died, his mother's representative has confirmed. He was 27.  (Mark Humphrey/Associated Press)
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