Charlie never got the accolades he should have, he really helped Elvis successful shows and concerts. He enhanced Elvis voice in alot of Elvis songs. We owe Charlie a great debt to the fantastic videos we watch today. Charlie's humble as Elvis was. He plays down his importance to Elvis success, and you can feel the love and respect he had for Elvis. A True friend!
Wow, I did not know that. I am so stunned to hear that Elvis needed a lot of encouragement, and that he didn't think he could, dance, play the guitar, play the piano. and that there were songs he felt he couldn't sing. Man, Elvis could sing the phone book and it would move you. You know it just all goes to show how truly humble Elvis was. Not an arrogant bone in body. What an exceptional man he was. He is happy healthy and whole now in his saviours Kingdom.
Charlie was such a true and great friend to Elvis. Their closeness came through on stage. Elvis was a genius and Charlie always backed Elvis in whatever Elvis did.
I got to meet Charlie and get him to sign his book, Me'N Elvis, at Memories Theater in Pigeon Forge, TN in 2002. I truly believe he loved Elvis and wanted nothing but the best for him. It's so sad most all the guys are gone now.
@@livewithnickYes you only have to watch these Pastor Bob Joyce videos then check out the comments, absolutely delusional, they aren’t Elvis fans as they accepted pretty much straight away Elvis died. But they have an answer for everything including there were two Elvis’s but one was slightly taller than the other and they used to take it in turns to go onstage plus there’s also two Pastor Bob Joyce’s !! Plus Elvis has been spotted at Trump rallies. But they are convinced Bob is Elvis although he is a about a foot shorter and 17 years younger and will happily call you a Troll when you call them out which is actually becoming a hobby of mine 🤣
Charlie is the most wonderful person. He sure did LOVe Elvis, never bashed Elvis, just told heartwarming feelings, He wa always faithful never an unkind word:
Whenever in concert Elvis always thanked Charlie Hodge. A man he said who always handed him his scarves to give to the ladies in the audience. Yes Elvis loved and trusted this man.
I agree Elvis loved Charlie and know doubt Charlie worshiped Elvis. I was very disappointed to here Charlie say Elvis had Cancer. I had never heard that mentioned from anyone just Charlie. I always wondered why he would say that because I didn't believe he had Cancer and all the people as close or closer to Elvis than Charlie was never has said anything like this I'm hoping some time that they will ask one of the ones close to him about Charlies accusation. If not Vernon had Elvis's medical records sealed until the year 2025 so maybe than a lot of the questions his fans have will be answered.
@@thefish48 Charlie in one interview said he was in the room and heard a doctor tell Vernon that Elvis had cancer. That's where he got that from. Have no idea why the doctor said that.
@@abc-wv4in Maybe the doctor was telling to Vernon that he has himself the cancer cause if you look this man months before Elvis passed away he is completely different ; he physically very “maigre” the skin on the bones:( And Charly thought that the doctor was talking about Elvis. I always thought that Vernon was very bad health, too (like the momma too):(... 💖🕺💖🇫🇷💙🇺🇦
I recall reading that a while before Elvis passed it was suggested that he should be hospitalised because of his colon issue . Dr.Nick had twice suggested he be admitted but it was stated that Elvis had refused any operative investigations as he believed that, if operated upon , air could reach the cancer and could cause the cancer to grow and would kill pretty quick . I think he was scared
Why did they cut the story off just like that? Love listening to Charlies stories about Elvis they are fantastic. Charlie is fantastic at telling the stories.
Charlie telling amazing stories of him and his dear friend Elvis...his unconditional love for his friend is very evident here...rest in peace, gentle souls
I wish Elvis would have listened. Depression ruled his life. Especially now that we know about how bad bacteria in the guy causes depression.You can't make anyone change.You can ask them to,but most of them think your over stepping boundaries.
I can't say enough good things about Charlie. We lost another great human being when he passed, but I feel he and Elvis are thrilled to be together again. RIP Charlie you beautiful man!
I've loved Charley! I hated when he died. He and Billy and JD were his truest friends around him all the time. Billy's the last one left and I'm so grateful! Charley was like Billy with that wonderful sense of humor! They are the only 2 that told great stories about life with Elvis. Now it's only Billy his wife Jo and Danny and Joey that lived with Elvis all those years.
I think this man Charlie, was a very true friend to Elvis. He always spoke highly of Elvis. He did at one point and time ask Elvis to get help. That was more than the rest did as friends.
Charlie sound like he was an awesome person,just the sound of his voice,his laugh,the way he talks about Elvis. He sound like such a Sweetheart,I wish I could have met him,or seen him with Elvis. Everyone should have a Friend like Charlie Hodge. I am sure Charlie & Elvis, and the rest of the Memphis Mafia are entertaining everyone in Heaven. I am certain Charlie has his wings, for the way he took care of Elvis.
Charlie Hodge was a really loyal & true brother to Elvis. What a great Gentleman he was and such a talented musician. We can hear his lovely harmony with Elvis. R.I.P Charlie. Elvis & you are together in Heaven.
Charlie was truly a great loyal friend to Elvis. One of the good guys! Loved him and Elvis loved him as well. You can see it in last video of Unchained Melody. Elvis looks at him and smiles. He has love on his face. JD Sumner is another great one! I wish I could read both of their books!! So damn expensive. Out of print.
I love these videos with people that really loved Elvis. You can see it in their their eyes. They just light up when they talk about him. Elvis seemed to be a very sweet troubled soul. Tragedy we lost him way too soon!!
I always got the feeling Charlie was Elvis sidekick and just kept Elvis Spirits up I dont think Charlie ever got rich out of his association from ELVIS HE JUST did the job because he loved it , who wouldn't !!!
I had taken my daughter to Memphis in the early 90 for her birthday youngest Canadian fan she was only 6 she loves Elvis we meet Charlie he was the nicest person he was Elvis right hand man
We were in a show called Forever Elvis that toured all over the uk from 1985 to 1987 i played young Elvis and Charlie narrated the show he was a very nice guy who truly loved Elvis, he wore slippers with CH on them I thought was very funny,he always had his TCB neckles on and his red Elvis in concert jacket , rest in peace Charley im sure your up there singing harmony with Elvis.
Charlie adored Elvis, & had a wonderful life and time with him, on the tours, trips, Graceland & living there , said it was like family. RIP both you great men.
Of all of Elvis's friends, body guards, and hangers-on, Charlie Hodge was the best friend Elvis ever had! All of them turned on him and wrote tell-all books, designed to trash Elvis in order to make a quick buck, but the exception is "Elvis n' Me" by Charlie Hodge. An enjoyable read, and a true account of the man we know as the King Of Rock n' Roll! Thank you, Charlie!!
Not only was Charlie Hodge close to Elvis Elvis Jerry Schilling and I believe it's just as viable and a great source of truth about capturing Elvis spirit and minimizing the negative the title of the book is me and a guy named Elvis that what's a wonderful read and Lisa Marie was quoted as saying you captured my dad's spirit so it is a book that I recommend. The only thing is I did not like the voice of the narrator on the audio version I wished it had been Jerry Schilling doing the narrative but the read is wonderful and I would suggest it just like I would Charlie Hodges book I've read both of them I believe Charlie Hodge and Jerry Schilling it pretty wonderful people and I appreciate how they loved Elvis and I appreciate the way Elvis loved them they deserved it
I don't know much about Mr.Hodge but he does seem genuine in relating his memories of Elvis .I respect him not running his mouth about the negative aspects that says alot about his integrity & their friendship imo . Iam fairly new to getting to know the characters in Elvis's life 😊 thank u for sharing ur thoughts as I look forward to reading his book now
Charlie was #1 with Elvis. Of all the guys Charlie seems to be the most sincere and honest. He would have never written a book about Elvis like the 3 bodyguards did ( Red, Sonny and Habler ). Thanks for sending this out to us the fans
@@marthahumphrey3849 Yes Im aware of that . But i think we all want to know " The Truth" Bad or Good is OK - Just not the Evil way some decribes some stories
@@marthahumphrey3849 I've read some many reports and books on Elvis, I do remember cousin Billy saying somethings ( maybe with the other MM guys their as well. Let me ask you What exactly was said by Billy ? Maybe i missed something. But overall, I thought Billy was a real good guy and loyal to Elvis, But i could be wrong.
Such a true good friend Charlie was. My favor of all Elvis friends. The others as far as I'm concerned were in it for the fame and money.. RIP PIECE Elvis And Charlie
I like Charlie with Elvis best friendship ever on stage amazing good fun great laughs music will never be the same again there friendship is now in heaven god bless both of them the greatest ever top class beautiful
His face telling facts , eyes shows reality body expretion telling truth ....GOD bless you for that much Sincere friendship to him....faithfully linked.....Thank you ...GOD bless .
Such a great interview great to hear his fun stories and good times he had with Elvis! Charlie seemed like such a good friend to Elvis, so caring and genuine with his stories. ❤
TWO BILLION PEOPLE IN THE WORLD SAW ELVIS' ALOHA TV SPECIAL !!!!!!!!!!!!! SONY+EPE should promote that FACT all the time....this was already in Jan 1973...another FIRST in the world....!!!!! Elvis was sooo humble...never bragged re his success !!!!
It's great to see that Elvis had a true friend in Charlie Hodge. Not like the other rats that sold him out... Charlie had class. He saw the best things in Elvis. And I'm sure Elvis saw the best in him.. It's great that there was someone in the pack who treated Elvis with respect, while he was alive and after he died, as well.... RIP Charlie.. One of the true greats.
Thank you so much Charlie for this video you were one of Elvis amazing friends . Thank you for being there for Elvis sending love and thank you friend ! TCB for Elvis !
Always wonder how close & loyal Elvis' musicians like Scheff, Tutt, John, Glen and James were...?? I liked a lot Larry Muhoberac's great piano playing for EP in Vegas 69 and of course many movie soundtracks at Radio Recorders. Listen to his work on LmTender, H Hotel, Lonesome tonight and you all agree. SUPERB !!!
I watched all the last Elvis concerts and documentaries before coming across this 1 of Charlie. I already could tell the way Charlie helped him on the 68 comeback show & all the time because Elvis had a an issue remembering things or concentrating/ADHD. So he was always there for Elvis on stage when he was needing someone especially when sick on stage . Charlie was an amazing friend who I guarantee was torn apart when Elvis passed especially living with him all those years to the end. I didn't have to watch this to know he was a great friend to Elvis but I wanted to hear his memories. R.I.H Charlie I know you & Elvis are jamming up there like yall did in cars & the 68 sit down version which was amazing. You could really see elvis not nervous and just having an amazing time in the sit down version and Charlie gets too amped up making fun of Elvis that Elvis has to get on to him lol. Sad to have such great people gone but I know their together again
I didn't know Priscilla helped him design the jumpsuits or the ideas for the jumpsuits. Cool little tidbit I wasn't aware of. And the sad part of family dinners stopping after she left. To hear Charlie describe it ,she was the Queen of Graceland. Very cool. Explains so much
@@marthahumphrey3849 I've noticed Billy Smith usually speaks well of her and also his wife at times but I think his wife Jo feels like she lost her friend after the divorce. I think her and Priscilla were close before that.Wish some would realize that Elvis would not like anything negative said about Priscilla.
Thanks to Charlie for not talking bad about Elvis. Some of his friends have made money telling bad stories about Elvis. True or not, we didn’t want to hear this junk. He is a loyal friend.
My name is deirdre Mac Mahon from Dublin Ireland i had the honor and pleasure of meeting the late Charlie hodge in a place called the red cow Dublin Ireland years ago and he was an absolute gentleman and i was devastated to hear about his passing and i broke down and cried when i heard the sad news 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💚💛🧡❤️🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷
I think Charle Hodge was a gentleman.I wasnt there offcourse but you just need to watch his care for Elvis on stage.He was musical and was off use.Not like some around him.He was priceless on stage.RIP Charlie Hodge.
I was curious because Charlie is presented in the press as a really nice man and good friend to Elvis. I was hoping he had someone who was his friend and not interested in the money and fame.
Hi from England Such wonderful interview with Charlie. So many stories he is telling about the early days in the Army both in Germany and in Paris. I have watched lots of videos of Elvis and i feel SADNESS of what happened towards the end of Elvis's life BUT ALSO HAPPINESS at listening to Charlie and their experiences that they had He has been gone nearly 16 years. I cannot believe it.
Thanks for sharing this video . I always love hearing different stories about Elivs Presley . These were some stories I haven't ever heard before. He was an amazing person . I hope Charlie is up in Heaven singing with Elvis again . People like him will be missed . I wished I had heard what happened about the cake though . lol !! It just shut off . Oh well ... That's all right Mama......
Just driving across Paris is Amazing.I was there with a friend a had a beer in between my legs and we where driving like 10mph next to the Eiffeltower,The Notre dame etc. Such an other world this city!!i would recommand to everyone visiting!
Charlie never got the accolades he should have, he really helped Elvis successful shows and concerts. He enhanced Elvis voice in alot of Elvis songs. We owe Charlie a great debt to the fantastic videos we watch today. Charlie's humble as Elvis was. He plays down his importance to Elvis success, and you can feel the love and respect he had for Elvis. A True friend!
I think real elvis fans know how instrumental he was
It's true!
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That’s a real friend
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Charlie was one of Elvis's true friends. He helped him until the end..
Wow, I did not know that. I am so stunned to hear that Elvis needed a lot of encouragement, and that he didn't think he could, dance, play the guitar, play the piano. and that there were songs he felt he couldn't sing.
Man, Elvis could sing the phone book and it would move you. You know it just all goes to show how truly humble Elvis was. Not an arrogant bone in body. What an exceptional man he was. He is happy healthy and whole now in his saviours Kingdom.
Charlie is ever a faithful friend of Elvis
I am so thankful that Elvis had a true friend in Charle.
Charlie was the truest friend ever had
Thank you Charlie Hodge for sharing your friend with us, from New Zealand
Charlie was such a true and great friend to Elvis. Their closeness came through on stage. Elvis was a genius and Charlie always backed Elvis in whatever Elvis did.
Charlie a GREAT n LOYAL FRIEND!!
I got to meet Charlie and get him to sign his book, Me'N Elvis, at Memories Theater in Pigeon Forge, TN in 2002. I truly believe he loved Elvis and wanted nothing but the best for him. It's so sad most all the guys are gone now.
I think Charlie was one of the few that earned a friendship with Elvis. He was dependable & selfless when it came to Elvis
Everyone should be lucky to have a friend like Charlie Hodge. Loyal to the end.
Also, where's the end of the documentary?
Well if Elvis had been my Friend or my Brother he would not have passed I can assure that!
@@jesusmascarenas1686 What's that got to do with the end of the documentary being missing?
Search for this same documentary and add "part two".
It's nice to learn about Charlie and how much he helped and how much of a good friend he was to Elvis. May they both rest in peace 🙏🏻
Trust and loyalty is all you need in a friend.
Sadly, In not so many yrs, everyone that personally knew Elvis will be gone. All that will be left will be his legend.
yep! and some people will still be claiming Elvis is still alive lol
@@livewithnickYes you only have to watch these Pastor Bob Joyce videos then check out the comments, absolutely delusional, they aren’t Elvis fans as they accepted pretty much straight away Elvis died.
But they have an answer for everything including there were two Elvis’s but one was slightly taller than the other and they used to take it in turns to go onstage plus there’s also two Pastor Bob Joyce’s !!
Plus Elvis has been spotted at Trump rallies.
But they are convinced Bob is Elvis although he is a about a foot shorter and 17 years younger and will happily call you a Troll when you call them out which is actually becoming a hobby of mine 🤣
Charlie is the most wonderful person. He sure did LOVe Elvis, never bashed Elvis, just told heartwarming feelings, He wa always faithful never an unkind word:
Whenever in concert Elvis always thanked Charlie Hodge. A man he said who always handed him his scarves to give to the ladies in the audience. Yes Elvis loved and trusted this man.
I agree Elvis loved Charlie and know doubt Charlie worshiped Elvis. I was very disappointed to here Charlie say Elvis had Cancer. I had never heard that mentioned from anyone just Charlie. I always wondered why he would say that because I didn't believe he had Cancer and all the people as close or closer to Elvis than Charlie was never has said anything like this I'm hoping some time that they will ask one of the ones close to him about Charlies accusation. If not Vernon had Elvis's medical records sealed until the year 2025 so maybe than a lot of the questions his fans have will be answered.
@@thefish48 Charlie in one interview said he was in the room and heard a doctor tell Vernon that Elvis had cancer. That's where he got that from. Have no idea why the doctor said that.
@@thefish48 2025... so Il nous reste à patienter trois ans environ !))💖🕺💖🇫🇷💙🇺🇦☘️
@@abc-wv4in Maybe the doctor was telling to Vernon that he has himself the cancer cause if you look this man months before Elvis passed away he is completely different ; he physically very “maigre” the skin on the bones:(
And Charly thought that the doctor was talking about Elvis.
I always thought that Vernon was very bad health, too (like the momma too):(... 💖🕺💖🇫🇷💙🇺🇦
I recall reading that a while before Elvis passed it was suggested that he should be hospitalised because of his colon issue . Dr.Nick had twice suggested he be admitted but it was stated that Elvis had refused any operative investigations as he believed that, if operated upon , air could reach the cancer and could cause the cancer to grow and would kill pretty quick . I think he was scared
Elvis enriched his friends' and his fans' lives. Thank you, Charlie, for your loyalty.
Charlie and Elvis always on stage together. Such loyal friends.
Why did they cut the story off just like that? Love listening to Charlies stories about Elvis they are fantastic. Charlie is fantastic at telling the stories.
Charlie deserves a special place in Heaven .. beside Elvis.
lo tiene seguro, Charlie era un buen hombre y ha depmostrado todo lo que amaba y respetaba a Elvis ❤❤❤
I really liked Charlie Hodge ! Really think he was a sincere friend to Elvis. 🙏❤️🙏
Out of all of Elvis friends Charlie was a true one.
Charlie telling amazing stories of him and his dear friend Elvis...his unconditional love for his friend is very evident here...rest in peace, gentle souls
What a great Stage Manager, friend, and confidant.
I wish Elvis would have listened. Depression ruled his life. Especially now that we know about how bad bacteria in the guy causes depression.You can't make anyone change.You can ask them to,but most of them think your over stepping boundaries.
I do believe C.H. was a true friend.Their singing together again.
I can't say enough good things about Charlie. We lost another great human being when he passed, but I feel he and Elvis are thrilled to be together again. RIP Charlie you beautiful man!
I've loved Charley! I hated when he died. He and Billy and JD were his truest friends around him all the time. Billy's the last one left and I'm so grateful! Charley was like Billy with that wonderful sense of humor! They are the only 2 that told great stories about life with Elvis. Now it's only Billy his wife Jo and Danny and Joey that lived with Elvis all those years.
What a kind great guy Charlie was.... RIP 😇
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Love the way he Caught the guitar when Elvis threw it really was a great guy and a very good friend to Elvis.
Elvis liked to have his bunch around as much as possible. He was like a big kid having his friends around.
I think this man Charlie, was a very true friend to Elvis. He always spoke highly of Elvis. He did at one point and time ask Elvis to get help. That was more than the rest did as friends.
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Elvis leaned heavily on Charlie and Charlie was always there to hold him up. You were the true definition of a friend till the end, Mr Hodge.
Charlie sound like he was an awesome person,just the sound of his voice,his laugh,the way he talks about Elvis.
He sound like such a Sweetheart,I wish I could have met him,or seen him with Elvis.
Everyone should have a Friend like Charlie Hodge.
I am sure Charlie & Elvis, and the rest of the Memphis Mafia are entertaining everyone in Heaven.
I am certain Charlie has his wings, for the way he took care of Elvis.
I can hear the love in Charlie Hodges voice that's when you know how much he loves Elvis 🙏❣️🙏 Best of the best God Bless the Both of them
Thank you for your reply 🙂☺️
He is my favorite friend of Elvis
Charlie Hodge was a really loyal & true brother to Elvis. What a great Gentleman he was and such a talented musician. We can hear his lovely harmony with Elvis. R.I.P Charlie. Elvis & you are together in Heaven.
Charlie was truly a great loyal friend to Elvis. One of the good guys! Loved him and Elvis loved him as well. You can see it in last video of Unchained Melody. Elvis looks at him and smiles. He has love on his face. JD Sumner is another great one! I wish I could read both of their books!! So damn expensive. Out of print.
I love to hear Charlie talk about his memories of his friend Elvis,funny but touching also
I love these videos with people that really loved Elvis. You can see it in their their eyes. They just light up when they talk about him. Elvis seemed to be a very sweet troubled soul. Tragedy we lost him way too soon!!
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Tonya Corder Exactly.
I met Charlie before his death in TN where he was working at Memories Theater, he always spoke kindly of Elvis. RIP Charles.
I always got the feeling Charlie was Elvis sidekick and just kept Elvis Spirits up I dont think Charlie ever got rich out of his association from ELVIS HE JUST did the job because he loved it , who wouldn't !!!
I’m happy we got to talk Charlie you were one of the nicest guy I ever met Rest In Peace
The definition of a true friend, Charlie Hodge. His level of devotion and loyalty is beyond words. Charlie was TCB⚡️
Good stuff from Charlie especially if your a true Elvis fan.
I had taken my daughter to Memphis in the early 90 for her birthday youngest Canadian fan she was only 6 she loves Elvis we meet Charlie he was the nicest person he was Elvis right hand man
We were in a show called Forever Elvis that toured all over the uk from 1985 to 1987 i played young Elvis and Charlie narrated the show he was a very nice guy who truly loved Elvis, he wore slippers with CH on them I thought was very funny,he always had his TCB neckles on and his red Elvis in concert jacket , rest in peace Charley im sure your up there singing harmony with Elvis.
Thanks for sharing
Did you meet charlie
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mel stevens very cool story thanks for sharing I love hearing those kinds of stories
I just loved Charlie
I believe he was a true friend
Charlie adored Elvis, & had a wonderful life and time with him, on the tours, trips, Graceland & living there , said it was like family. RIP both you great men.
Of all of Elvis's friends, body guards, and hangers-on, Charlie Hodge was the best friend Elvis ever had! All of them turned on him and wrote tell-all books, designed to trash Elvis in order to make a quick buck, but the exception is "Elvis n' Me" by Charlie Hodge. An enjoyable read, and a true account of the man we know as the King Of Rock n' Roll! Thank you, Charlie!!
Good post and I totally agree.
Not only was Charlie Hodge close to Elvis Elvis Jerry Schilling and I believe it's just as viable and a great source of truth about capturing Elvis spirit and minimizing the negative the title of the book is me and a guy named Elvis that what's a wonderful read and Lisa Marie was quoted as saying you captured my dad's spirit so it is a book that I recommend. The only thing is I did not like the voice of the narrator on the audio version I wished it had been Jerry Schilling doing the narrative but the read is wonderful and I would suggest it just like I would Charlie Hodges book I've read both of them I believe Charlie Hodge and Jerry Schilling it pretty wonderful people and I appreciate how they loved Elvis and I appreciate the way Elvis loved them they deserved it
I don't know much about Mr.Hodge but he does seem genuine in relating his memories of Elvis .I respect him not running his mouth about the negative aspects that says alot about his integrity & their friendship imo .
Iam fairly new to getting to know the characters in Elvis's life 😊 thank u for sharing ur thoughts as I look forward to reading his book now
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How lucky was Elvis to have a friend like Charlie. I'd love to know what he did with his life after Elvis died.
Charlie was #1 with Elvis. Of all the guys Charlie seems to be the most sincere and honest. He would have never written a book about Elvis like the 3 bodyguards did ( Red, Sonny and Habler ). Thanks for sending this out to us the fans
His own cousin shared some negative input about Elvis.
@@marthahumphrey3849 Yes Im aware of that . But i think we all want to know " The Truth" Bad or Good is OK - Just not the Evil way some decribes some stories
@@stever1791 I find it degrading for the cousin to do so, being that he and Elvis made a promise not to share anything about one another.
@@marthahumphrey3849 I've read some many reports and books on Elvis, I do remember cousin Billy saying somethings ( maybe with the other MM guys their as well. Let me ask you What exactly was said by Billy ? Maybe i missed something. But overall, I thought Billy was a real good guy and loyal to Elvis, But i could be wrong.
@@stever1791 I think he is a good guy and without a doubt he loved Elvis.m
Elvis most loyal friend he had.
Charlie was a great guy.
Elvis by far will always be the best singer in rock, country, and gospel.
It must have been great to be on stage working with Elvis Presley It is beautiful I will always be a ELVIS fan till the day I die ❤
Such a true good friend Charlie was. My favor of all Elvis friends. The others as far as I'm concerned were in it for the fame and money.. RIP PIECE Elvis And Charlie
Not Jerry though.
I like Charlie with Elvis best friendship ever on stage amazing good fun great laughs music will never be the same again there friendship is now in heaven god bless both of them the greatest ever top class beautiful
RIP dear Charley, you are missed!
What a great interview loved listening to you speaking about your friend Elvis
CHARLIE..A TRUE FRIEND...
His face telling facts , eyes shows reality body expretion telling truth ....GOD bless you for that much Sincere friendship to him....faithfully linked.....Thank you ...GOD bless .
Erano come 2 fratelli che si volevano un mondo di bene e si rispettavano. Vi voglio bene ragazzi dal cuore buono. ❤️👑⚡️🎤🎸
Such a great interview great to hear his fun stories and good times he had with Elvis! Charlie seemed like such a good friend to Elvis, so caring and genuine with his stories. ❤
Charlie was Elvis's right hand man he's he had amazing stories Charlie's gone now but he will always be remembered rip Charlie
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Must have been really good to have the king as your Buddy.
But thank you Charle for being a great friend of ELVIS. and R.I.P and your up in Heaven singing with ELVIS and God bless you 🙏 💖
TWO BILLION PEOPLE IN THE WORLD SAW ELVIS' ALOHA TV SPECIAL !!!!!!!!!!!!! SONY+EPE should promote that FACT all the time....this was already in Jan 1973...another FIRST in the world....!!!!! Elvis was sooo humble...never bragged re his success !!!!
Charlie Hodge, thank you, yes thank you. I remember you now.
WOW now I remember..
It's great to see that Elvis had a true friend in Charlie Hodge. Not like the other rats that sold him out... Charlie had class. He saw the best things in Elvis. And I'm sure Elvis saw the best in him..
It's great that there was someone in the pack who treated Elvis with respect, while he was alive and after he died, as well....
RIP Charlie.. One of the true greats.
Amen.🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
He told everyone that Elvis had Bone Cancer !!
@@francisrobbins1499 Yes he told that autopsy......
Charley tells really the way it was with Elvis😊
Thank you so much Charlie for this video you were one of Elvis amazing friends . Thank you for being there for Elvis sending love and thank you friend ! TCB for Elvis !
Sweet Guy and you see he loved Elvis !!!
Excellent ! New tidbits like how Elvis went to symphonies to study dramatic music and used these in his show!
Excellent! Thank you for sharing. RIP Charlie & Elvis, your beautiful music will live forever! ❤
Always wonder how close & loyal Elvis' musicians like Scheff, Tutt, John, Glen and James were...??
I liked a lot Larry Muhoberac's great piano playing for EP in Vegas 69 and of course many movie soundtracks at Radio Recorders. Listen to his work on LmTender, H Hotel, Lonesome tonight and you all agree. SUPERB !!!
A true friend and must have been tough to see the.decline of Elvis especially.nrar the end!! Sad and very.disheartening!!
THIS IS GREAT, NEVER SEEN OR HEARD STUFF BEFORE. THANK YOU CHARLIE.
charlie was meant to be in elvis life rip charlie im sure your all together now laughing it up and cracking jokes and singing gospel
Charlie Hodge! Great friend.. ❤️❤️❤️
I watched all the last Elvis concerts and documentaries before coming across this 1 of Charlie. I already could tell the way Charlie helped him on the 68 comeback show & all the time because Elvis had a an issue remembering things or concentrating/ADHD. So he was always there for Elvis on stage when he was needing someone especially when sick on stage . Charlie was an amazing friend who I guarantee was torn apart when Elvis passed especially living with him all those years to the end. I didn't have to watch this to know he was a great friend to Elvis but I wanted to hear his memories. R.I.H Charlie I know you & Elvis are jamming up there like yall did in cars & the 68 sit down version which was amazing. You could really see elvis not nervous and just having an amazing time in the sit down version and Charlie gets too amped up making fun of Elvis that Elvis has to get on to him lol. Sad to have such great people gone but I know their together again
I was never an Elvis fan but I believe he was a loyal friend to so many people.
Amazing. I heard Charlie was genuine
I could listen to Charlie all day
I didn't know Priscilla helped him design the jumpsuits or the ideas for the jumpsuits. Cool little tidbit I wasn't aware of. And the sad part of family dinners stopping after she left. To hear Charlie describe it ,she was the Queen of Graceland. Very cool. Explains so much
Some of Elvis’ cousins show her no respect. Elvis loved her and I believe there was jealousy in their hearts.
@@marthahumphrey3849 I've noticed Billy Smith usually speaks well of her and also his wife at times but I think his wife Jo feels like she lost her friend after the divorce. I think her and Priscilla were close before that.Wish some would realize that Elvis would not like anything negative said about Priscilla.
@@brandonmaze6119 I have heard some negativity.
@@marthahumphrey3849 me as well, I've never understood the hate Priscilla gets.Priscilla handles it well though she's a tough lady.
@@brandonmaze6119 from what I have read and heard Jo verbally stabbed her in the back.
Thank you for the stories Charlie Hodge may you and Elvis play beautiful music together forever RIL Elvis and Charlie
Thanks to Charlie for not talking bad about Elvis. Some of his friends have made money telling bad stories about Elvis. True or not, we didn’t want to hear this junk. He is a loyal friend.
Charlie was a true friend!
My name is deirdre Mac Mahon from Dublin Ireland i had the honor and pleasure of meeting the late Charlie hodge in a place called the red cow Dublin Ireland years ago and he was an absolute gentleman and i was devastated to hear about his passing and i broke down and cried when i heard the sad news 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💚💛🧡❤️🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷
Family from Cork and Mayo here.
I think Charle Hodge was a gentleman.I wasnt there offcourse but you just need to watch his care for Elvis on stage.He was musical and was off use.Not like some around him.He was priceless on stage.RIP Charlie Hodge.
Why do you think that?
I was curious because Charlie is presented in the press as a really nice man and good friend to Elvis. I was hoping he had someone who was his friend and not interested in the money and fame.
I see your point but I wonder if an addict can be helped if he does not want to get clean?
@@madeleine8977 No way
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHARLIE HODGE
Oner of the best interviews, bar none.
Charlie was a good friend of Elvis and looked after him on stage 😮
Elvis is very precious to me. Please don't take him away from me. And don't hurt him.
Hi from England
Such wonderful interview with Charlie.
So many stories he is telling about the early days in the Army both in Germany and in Paris. I have watched lots of videos of Elvis and i feel SADNESS of what happened towards the end of Elvis's life BUT ALSO HAPPINESS at listening to Charlie and their experiences that they had
He has been gone nearly 16 years. I cannot believe it.
Sounds like Elvis was to soft hearted! Way toooo nice....
Charlie was amazing and a true friend to Elvis, RIP boys glad you're together again 🙏
Thanks Charlie you can See your connection between you two.
Thanks for sharing your prayers, Heart 💜 & Life with this exceptional Man God gave us.😇🥹🙏
Charlie loved his buddy Elvis how could you have a great friend like Charlie
i loved charlie hodge so funny
Great interview. Very interesting.
What a wonderful heartfelt interview from one of Elvis’s true friends. RIP
Charlie Hodge.
Thanks for sharing this video . I always love hearing different stories about Elivs Presley . These were some stories I haven't ever heard before. He was an amazing person . I hope Charlie is up in Heaven singing with Elvis again . People like him will be missed . I wished I had heard what happened about the cake though . lol !! It just shut off . Oh well ... That's all right Mama......
Dear Charlie Hodge yuo are a good friend of Elvis Yuo tell so lovley storie of Elvis.R.I.P. yuo and Elvis and George and all the friends in heaven.
Just driving across Paris is Amazing.I was there with a friend a had a beer in between my legs and we where driving like 10mph next to the Eiffeltower,The Notre dame etc. Such an other world this city!!i would recommand to everyone visiting!
This is SO GREAT!
Thank You!