WTH, No More Elvis Weddings?!
***WE FIRST POSTED THIS ALMOST TWO YEARS AGO. HORRIBLE UPDATE AT THE END***
It’s almost become a cliché and at times a passing joke when it comes to getting married. I can’t tell you how often I’ve heard couples, in the midst of wedding planning stress, say, “Ugh, why don’t we just go to Vegas and have Elvis marry us?”
We’ve all heard of the “Little Vegas Chapel” where an Elvis impersonator presides over the sealing of marital bliss, BUT have you actually seen it or the ceremony?
I HAVE ALWAYS WANTED TO.
I think it’s a totally cool idea. I mean, getting married shouldn’t just be one of the happiest days of your life, it should be one of the most fun, too.
WHAT’S MORE FUN THAN BEING MARRIED BY ELVIS?!
If you feel the same, or have always just been curious, then here you go.
You might remember “Pinky” who used to work on the “Tanner in the Morning” Show. One year ago, “Pinky” (real name Sierra) got married in Las Vegas, by Elvis. To celebrate her anniversary, she posted this over the weekend and after much begging and pleading, she agreed to let me share it with you today.
GAWD, I love this…and a big part of me wishes Debbie and I’d have done it.
Thanks, Sierra. Happy Anniversary to you and your guy. Hope to see y’all soon.
***UPDATE***
I guess the folks that control the name, image, and likeness of Elvis Presley have finally had enough. They have ordered all Vegas “Elvis” wedding chapels to cease and desist. Authentic Brands Group sent the letters at the beginning of May and all chapels are said to be in compliance now. My question is WHY?! Weddings generate $2 billion in revenue for Sin City each year with The King’s brand contributing a great deal to that. Wait, I just wrote the reason why…$$$$. I just think it’s really fun. I hate to see this symbol of Vegas disappear, but I’m glad my friend got to have her moment.