Austin Butler said his “heart is completely shattered” by news of Lisa Marie Presley’s death and he would “forever cherish” moments they spent together. The US actor, who played the singer’s father in Baz Luhrmann’s award-winning biopic Elvis, said Presley’s “warmth and authenticity” would always be remembered.
Presley’s death at the age of 54 came two days after she attended the Golden Globe awards, where Butler won best actor for his role in Elvis. Butler said, in a statement shared with the PA news agency, “My heart is completely shattered for Riley, Finley, Harper and Priscilla at the tragic and unexpected loss of Lisa Marie.
“I am eternally grateful for the time I was lucky enough to be near her bright light and will forever cherish the quiet moments we shared. Her warmth, her love and her authenticity will always be remembered.”
