David Stanley spent 17 years living, growing up and working for his legendary stepbrother Elvis Presley
About David
Today, David is an inspirational speaker, best-selling author, film producer, and advocate.
David E. Stanley is more than just Elvis Presley’s stepbrother- he was his trusted aide, personal bodyguard, and daily witness to the final years of the global icon.
Raised in the legendary halls of Graceland from the age of 4, David traveled the country with Elvis, working side by side through tours, triumphs personal battles. At just 16, he left school to become a part of Elvis’s inner circle, living a life that most could only imagine.
But David’s journey didn't end there. Through tragedy came transformation. Today, he shares not only his first-hand account of the King's final years, but his own story of addiction, recovery, faith, and redemption.
Books by David
My Brother ELVIS: The Final Years
In My Brother Elvis, David E. Stanley shares his harrowing experiences while on the road as a 16 year old bodyguard to the King of Rock n’ Roll. The final 5 years of Elvis Presley’s life were filled with his greatest triumphs and his toughest tribulations, as the iconic star fought a war with addiction he would tragically lose at the age of 42.
Restoring My Fathers Honor
Master Sgt. William (Bill) J. Stanley had only known victory in his 17 years of military service. From the bloody beaches of Normandy France to the carnage of the Korean War, Bill was a combat soldier who exemplified honor and courage. But the day came, at the height of the Cold War in 1958, when Bill would face a battle waged not with guns, tanks, and military might; but with greed, power, and money.
BROKEN VESSAL
Broken Vessel is David E. Stanley’s personal story and powerful testimony of God’s unshakable love, grace and redemption. This haunting memoir follows David through the broken years of his life growing up with his stepbrother Elvis Presley, his calling to ministry at the tender age of 12, and his surrender to that ministry in the destructive years that followed Elvis' death. It details how David suffered desperately from depression and unworthiness, abandoning the ministry and running from God - believing God couldn't possibly have use of such a damaged soul. But most of all, Broken Vessel is the story of God’s undying love for us, and how through His Son Jesus Christ, we can be forgiven, healed and restored to fulfill His glorious purpose in our lives.
David LIVE
The WestGate Resort & Casino Las Vegas presents
MY BROTHER ELVIS: AN EVENING with David Stanley. DAVI
This new experience at Westgate Las Vegas, inside the iconic International Theater where Elvis Presley performed his 636 consecutive sold-out shows, offers fans an opportunity to an intimate evening with David Stanley, Elvis’s brother, as he shares extraordinary stories that only a brother can share.
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Film by David
David's Charity
Building Awareness, Empowering Change and Saving Lives.
RAISED ON ROCK Foundation is a non-profit organization created by David E. Stanley in memory of his step brother Elvis Presley. Our mission is to increase awareness, provide support, and fight the battle against prescription drug abuse.
