That's my idol, Elvis Presley. If you went to my house, you'd see pictures all over of Elvis. He's just the greatest entertainer that ever lived. And I think it's because he had such presence. When Elvis walked into a room, Elvis Presley was in the fucking room. I don't give a fuck who was in the room with him, Bogart, Marilyn Monroe...
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Elvis is praised as the ultimate entertainer whose presence dominated any setting, outweighing even other famous figures.
- In plain terms
- Elvis commanded any room he entered.
- What can you take from it?
- Presence can be more powerful than fame alone.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does presence affect audience engagement?
- Can presence be learned?
Another view
The claim is hyperbolic and ignores other talents.
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He was an instinctive actor... He was quite bright... he was very intelligent... He was not a punk. He was very elegant, sedate, and refined, and sophisticated.
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