Hollywood has always been full of jaw-dropping revelations, but the latest news about Priscilla Presley has taken fans of the Presley family by complete surprise. In a recent twist to an ongoing legal battle, a former friend of Priscilla’s has alleged that the legendary actress and her late ex-husband, Elvis Presley, have a secret grandchild living in Florida. Yes, you read that right—if the claims are true, this would imply that their late daughter, Lisa Marie Presley, had a previously unknown child.
Here’s everything we know about this bombshell revelation, its connection to Priscilla’s $1 million lawsuit, and the questions it raises about the Presley family’s legacy.
The Explosive Allegation: A Secret Grandchild?
In a legal complaint filed on October 17, Brigitte Kruse—Priscilla Presley’s former business partner—dropped the shocking claim that there is a secret Presley grandchild living in Florida. The lawsuit, which Brigitte filed as part of her ongoing legal battle with Priscilla, suggests that the grandchild is a part of the reason Priscilla still has “deep personal ties to Florida.”
While the Presley family is famous for its public legacy, including Lisa Marie’s four known children—Riley Keough, twins Finley and Harper Lockwood, and late son Benjamin Keough—this new allegation has left fans stunned. The implication? Lisa Marie may have had another child who has managed to stay completely hidden from the spotlight.
Who Could This “Secret Grandchild” Be?
The big question swirling around the shocking claim is simple: who exactly is this secret grandchild?
Fans immediately began to speculate, but writer Tony Ortega, who broke the news on his Substack account The Underground Bunker, clarified the key details. Ortega noted that Lisa’s well-known daughter Riley, 35, lives in California, not Florida. Similarly, Lisa’s younger twin daughters, Harper and Finley, live with their father, Michael Lockwood, also in California. Ortega concluded that the lawsuit is likely referring to an unknown child, not Riley or the twins.
This revelation points to the possibility of a mysterious Presley grandchild living in Florida—a twist no one saw coming.
The Legal Drama: Priscilla vs. Brigitte Kruse
The claim of a secret grandchild surfaced as part of an ongoing legal feud between Priscilla Presley and Brigitte Kruse. The feud began in July when Priscilla, 79, filed a $1 million lawsuit against her former business partner, accusing Kruse and others of elder abuse. Priscilla claims that Kruse and several other defendants, including Kevin Fialko, Vahe Sislyan, and Lynn Walker Wright, manipulated her into trusting them and then bilked her out of her money.
In her lawsuit, Priscilla paints a picture of a deeply personal betrayal, alleging that the defendants gained her trust, isolated her from her loved ones, and then drained her of her finances. The lawsuit reads, “This action arises out of a meticulously planned and abhorrent scheme by the Defendants in this action to prey on an older woman by gaining her trust, isolating her from the most important people in her life, and duping her…”
Brigitte Kruse, in response, filed her own counterclaims, which is where the mention of the secret grandchild first emerged. Kruse’s legal filing also claims that Priscilla has continued ties to Florida, where the alleged grandchild resides, adding yet another layer of intrigue to an already convoluted legal battle.
Priscilla’s Deep Connections to Florida
The lawsuit also details Priscilla’s frequent visits to Florida. According to court documents, the Dallas star has visited the Sunshine State repeatedly over the past year and even shopped for a permanent home in the Palm Beach area. Kruse’s complaint notes that Priscilla had belongings moved to Florida to prepare for the relocation.
These details have fueled speculation that Priscilla’s frequent visits to Florida may not just be for personal reasons but also to maintain ties with this supposed secret grandchild.
The Presley Family’s Complicated Legacy
The claims surrounding a potential secret grandchild add a new level of mystery to the Presley family’s already complicated legacy. Elvis and Priscilla’s only child, Lisa Marie Presley, tragically passed away earlier this year, in January 2023, at the age of 54. Lisa Marie’s death left behind a public legacy through her four known children—Riley Keough, twins Finley and Harper Lockwood, and her late son Benjamin, who passed away in 2020.
If the allegations of a secret grandchild are true, it would raise countless questions about Lisa Marie’s life and relationships that the public never knew about. So far, there has been no public mention of such a child in Lisa Marie’s memoir From Here to the Great Unknown, which was completed by her daughter Riley and published just weeks ago on October 8.
Conclusion: What’s Next for Priscilla Presley and the Lawsuit?
With the lawsuit still ongoing, the claims of a secret grandchild living in Florida remain unconfirmed—but they have certainly ignited a firestorm of speculation. While Priscilla is fighting to dismiss Kruse’s claims and the $1 million lawsuit, the bigger question now revolves around the truth behind this alleged grandchild.
Could this really be a well-kept family secret, or is it just another twist in an already complex legal battle? One thing is for sure: fans of the Presley family will be watching closely as this legal drama unfolds.
FAQs
What is the latest claim about Priscilla Presley’s secret grandchild?
In a legal complaint, Priscilla’s former business partner Brigitte Kruse claimed that Elvis and Priscilla have a secret grandchild living in Florida, adding mystery to the Presley family legacy.
Who could this secret grandchild be?
The identity of the alleged secret grandchild remains unknown. Writer Tony Ortega pointed out that Lisa Marie’s known children live in California, implying that this could be an unknown child from Lisa Marie’s life.
Why are Priscilla Presley and Brigitte Kruse suing each other?
Priscilla Presley sued her former business partner Brigitte Kruse for $1 million, accusing Kruse of elder abuse and financial manipulation. Kruse filed her own counterclaims, where the mention of the secret grandchild first emerged.
What is the connection between Priscilla Presley and Florida?
Court documents revealed that Priscilla has visited Florida frequently over the past year, fueling speculation that these visits may be tied to the alleged secret grandchild.
Did Lisa Marie Presley ever mention having a secret child?
There has been no public mention of a secret child in Lisa Marie’s memoir From Here to the Great Unknown, which was completed by her daughter Riley Keough and published earlier this month.
