Lisa Marie Presley’s legacy lives on through her family, particularly her twin daughters, Harper and Finley, who recently marked a milestone 16th birthday. The celebration, however, took place amid the release of their late mother's posthumous memoir, From Here To The Great Unknown. The memoir sheds light on Lisa Marie's personal battles, addiction, and heartbreak—a striking contrast to the joy of her daughters’ special day.
As Harper and Finley shared glimpses of their celebration on social media, their older sister, Riley Keough, also posted touching tributes to her "angel girls," honoring both their birthday and the strength they've shown after losing their mother.
Sweet Sixteen Celebration: Harper and Finley celebrated their 16th birthday in style, sharing photos on Instagram that captured the joy of the occasion. Harper posed on a restaurant deck by the ocean, while her friend, Sofia, joined her in the festivities. Meanwhile, Finley shared her own collection of photos from what appeared to be the same picturesque location.
Their older sister, actress Riley Keough, posted a heartfelt message on Instagram, writing, "Happy Sweet 16 to my angel girls. You are the most special girls in the whole wide world. I am so lucky to be your big sissy."
The emotional weight of the day was compounded by the release of Lisa Marie’s memoir, which Riley helped co-author. The book, written before Lisa’s sudden passing in January 2023, provides an unflinching look at her struggles with addiction, grief, and loss.
The Memoir's Heartbreaking Revelations: In From Here To The Great Unknown, Lisa Marie opens up about the devastation that followed her father, Elvis Presley’s, death and her battle with opioid addiction. She revealed how a prescription for opioids following the birth of her twins led to a downward spiral, one she struggled to climb out of for years. Her memoir offers a raw, emotional narrative of her life, making it deeply relatable to those battling similar challenges.
Perhaps the most poignant part of the memoir is Lisa Marie’s candid discussion about the heartbreak of losing her son, Benjamin Keough, to suicide in 2020. In an excerpt, she writes, “You may wonder how, after losing people close to me, I also fell prey to opioids. I was recovering after the birth of my daughters when a doctor prescribed me opioids for pain... It only took a short-term prescription for me to feel the need to keep taking them."
Riley Keough’s Reflections: Riley, who has been open about the challenges of writing about her mother's addiction and grief, shared with People that Lisa Marie’s descent into addiction was “incredibly difficult” to put on paper. However, Riley believed her mother's intention for the book was to create a human connection, hoping someone out there would feel less alone in their own battles.
Reflecting on the loss of her mother, Riley revealed, “My mom physically died from the after-effects of her surgery, but we all knew she died of a broken heart after Ben passed." Lisa Marie’s struggle to find strength after Benjamin’s death was a central theme of her final years, with Riley adding, "My mom tried her best to be strong for me and my sisters, but we knew how much pain she was in."
A Family Legacy of Love and Loss: The Presleys have always been a family marked by both tremendous talent and tragedy. Lisa Marie’s relationship with her children, particularly her twins Harper and Finley, was central to her final years. As the girls celebrated their birthday, their mother’s spirit was present not only through the release of her memoir but also in the love shared by their family.
The book is a reminder of the complexities of addiction, family ties, and healing. Lisa Marie’s raw reflections in From Here To The Great Unknown offer solace to those struggling with their own battles, showing that even in darkness, there can be light, and that connection and understanding can help heal wounds.
Harper and Finley's 16th birthday is a bittersweet milestone for the Presley family, as they continue to navigate life without their mother. However, the love and strength they share with their sister Riley, as well as the lessons from their mother’s memoir, will undoubtedly continue to guide them.
As Lisa Marie’s memoir reaches readers worldwide, her story of heartbreak, addiction, and resilience remains a powerful reminder of the importance of empathy, healing, and family connection.
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