The untimely death of Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of the late Elvis Presley and his ex-wife, Priscilla Presley, has left the music world in shock and sorrow. Six months after her passing, the cause of her death has been revealed, shedding light on the tragic circumstances surrounding her final days.
Presley, who passed away on January 12, 2023, died due to complications from a small bowel obstruction, a condition often caused by a blockage in the small intestine. This revelation was made public by the L.A. County Coroner's Office, which also disclosed the results of a toxicology report. The report showed therapeutic levels of Oxycodone, a potent opioid, in her blood, along with Buprenorphine, a medication used to treat opioid use disorder. Traces of Quetiapine, an antipsychotic drug, were also found.
The bowel obstruction was reportedly a result of adhesions that developed after her bariatric surgery years ago. This information comes in the wake of exclusive photos obtained by RadarOnline.com, which depicted the extent of Presley's lifestyle, surrounded by illegal substances, prescription pills, and alcohol.
Presley's struggle with addiction was a long-standing battle, one she fought privately while dealing with personal and professional challenges. Her addiction reportedly spiraled out of control following her divorce from her fourth husband, Michael Lockwood. Lockwood claimed that at the height of her addiction, Presley was consuming up to 80 opioids daily, often washed down with alcohol.
Presley's death came just two days after her appearance at the Golden Globes. She was hospitalized after suffering cardiac arrest and was pronounced brain dead upon arrival. Doctors placed her in a medically induced coma and on life support. However, a second cardiac arrest proved fatal, and Presley passed away.
The aftermath of Presley's death has been marked by a contentious estate battle over her trust. Priscilla Presley filed to contest her daughter's will, disputing a 2016 amendment that removed her and former business manager, Barry Siegel, as co-trustees, in favor of her children, Riley and Benjamin Keough. Benjamin tragically died by suicide in 2020.
The legal battle ended with a settlement, with Priscilla's lawyer stating that the "families are happy" and "excited for the future." However, the tragic circumstances surrounding Lisa Marie Presley's death serve as a stark reminder of the toll addiction can take, even on those who seem to have it all. As the music world mourns her loss, her legacy as a singer and songwriter lives on, a poignant reminder of a life cut tragically short.