Billy Smith is the one person who knows Elvis Presley better than anyone. He is Elvis’s cousin and grew up with Elvis. He knew Elvis before fame and Elvis spent his whole life with Billy. From the time they were kids till the end. Billy was also one of the few who actually spent a lot of time with Elvis near the end of his life. Billy and his wife Jo are still alive and have a YouTube channel called “Elvis Fans Matter” where they talk about Elvis and give some pretty interesting insight into the life of The King.
Billy Smith, also known as Billy T. Smith, was a close friend and relative of Elvis Presley. He was born on August 7, 1934, in Tupelo, Mississippi, and he became one of Elvis’s closest confidants. Billy Smith’s connection to Elvis was not only through friendship but also through family ties – he was Elvis’s first cousin.
Billy Smith was the son of Gladys Presley’s brother, Travis Smith. He and his brother David were often around Elvis during their childhood, and as they grew up, they remained close to Elvis. Billy worked for Elvis in various capacities, including as a bodyguard, a driver, and a personal aide.
His close relationship with Elvis gave him unique insights into the personal life and personality of the King of Rock and Roll. Billy was known for his loyalty and friendship, and he shared his memories and experiences of Elvis in interviews and documentaries.
Jerry Schilling is still alive. So it’s not just Billy the on lot surviving Memphis mafia..
Billy Smith was not born August 7, 1934, he was born April 6, 1943.
He was 8 years younger than Elvis, who was born January 8, 1935.