Ever wonder how the legends of the silver screen paid their bills before they were household names? From polishing coffins to taming lions, these stars lived some truly colorful lives! Dive in to discover the surprising humble beginnings of your favorite icons.
Elvis Presley’s Route as a Truck Driver
The King of Rock and Roll didn’t start with a guitar in his hand; he started with a steering wheel. After graduating high school, Elvis Presley took a job as a truck driver for the Crown Electric Company in Memphis. He reportedly drove a large delivery truck, earning about $1.25 an hour. He was even told by a local band leader that he should “stick to driving trucks” because he couldn’t sing. Thankfully, Elvis didn’t listen to that advice.
His time on the road gave him a sense of freedom and a connection to the working-class people who would eventually become his biggest fans.