This case surrounding Lisa Jeanine Findley is a fascinating and troubling example of a high-profile scam involving an iconic piece of American history—Graceland.
Findley’s scheme to fraudulently claim the estate of Elvis Presley’s family, using fake aliases and forged documents, shows the lengths to which some individuals will go for financial gain.
Her prior criminal history, including previous convictions for fraud and embezzlement, adds a grim layer to the story, revealing a pattern of dishonesty and manipulation over the years.
The fact that she used the name of Elvis Presley’s daughter, Lisa Marie Presley, who had passed away in 2023, to further her fraudulent claims is both eerie and audacious.
The attempt to foreclose on Graceland, especially after the estate had passed to Lisa Marie’s daughter, Riley Keough, shows the calculated nature of the scam.
The role of the Shelby County Chancery Court in stopping the foreclosure auction is also crucial in ensuring that this iconic estate wasn’t lost to a fraudulent scheme.
Her actions are particularly concerning given the significant media attention they attracted, with fake emails sent to news outlets and authorities attempting to legitimize the fraud.
Her guilty plea and upcoming sentencing could bring some closure to a case that involved not just financial crime, but also an attack on the legacy of a cultural icon.