27. Notable visitors
Graceland has attracted millions of visitors over the years. Notably, Elvis Presley has inspired many musicians, artists, and celebrities to visit this famous mansion. Bruce Springsteen tried to get into Graceland by climbing over pre-famous walls. Security stopped him and was frustrated when they said Elvis was not at home.
In the early 1980s, Paul Simon visited the estate, and his experience helped him write the title track for the album Graceland. Then the album became a hit. In 2006, President George W. Bush took then Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi on a mansion tour. Koizumi is a serious fan of Elvis Presley and even shared Elvis’s January 8 birthday. In addition, you will also see other famous faces at Graceland, including Ann-Margret, Muhammad Ali, Paul McCartney, Roy Orbison, and Don Rickles.
