Elvis rare final years photos shared by Linda Thompson 'He changed by life forever'

As the biggest star in the world, Elvis Presley had many girlfriends across his short 42 years.

Yet one of the longest relationships was with his first major partner after divorcing Priscilla Presley.

From 1972 to 1976, The King dated Miss Tennessee model Linda Thompson, who lived at Graceland with him.

Marking the anniversary of their meeting at a Memphis movie theatre, his old flame has shared a gallery of rare couple snaps from Elvis' final years.

Posting on Instagram, Linda wrote: "On this date, July 6, 1972 I met the man who would change my life forever."

The 75-year-old continued: "It doesn't matter that it's been... Is it 10 years? Or is it 53 years? He is still remembered all over the world and celebrated for the legacy he has left behind! I'll be at Graceland again this year August 7 through the 14th to pay homage to the memory of Elvis. EPE & Graceland offer so many opportunities to remember and celebrate Elvis's legacy, and they do so in such an honorable and respectful way! I hope you will come to Memphis and see for yourself. Please stop by and say hello. All love..."