When it comes to famous families, resemblances can spark significant interest. Recently, two photos of Elvis Presley’s ex-wife, Priscilla Presley, and one of her twin granddaughters ignited mixed reactions on social media.
Priscilla Presley and her granddaughter, Harper Lockwood, have sparked a lively online discussion after photos of the pair were shared. The left photo shows a young Priscilla with striking blue eyes, light pink lipstick, and straight black hair.
In contrast, the right photo features Harper with straight dark brown hair, blue eyes, and red lips. The resemblance between the duo has led netizens to weigh in on whether they share a familial likeness.
Harper Presley Lockwood, Lisa Marie Presley, and Baz Luhrmann attend THR Presents Live: ELVIS @ Ross House on December 10, 2022, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
A fan passionately described Harper as the “reincarnated” version of Priscilla. Conversely, another user disagreed, stating, “I don’t think she looks like her grandmother.” Another echoed this sentiment, commenting emphatically, “I can’t see the resemblance. I CAN’T SEE IT.”
While many fans struggled to see a resemblance between Priscilla and Harper, some maintained their stance that the Hollywood star and her granddaughter look alike. Recently, Harper dyed her hair black, reminiscent of her grandma’s past hair color.
Priscilla Presley sits during her husband Elvis Presley’s opening act at the International Hotel in August 1969, in Las Vegas, Nevada. | Source: Getty Images
Harper shared a photo on Instagram to show her followers the bold new color. In the picture, she sat in a bedroom wearing a black shirt as she looked in the direction of the camera with her piercing blue eyes.
Many who saw Harper’s new look flooded the comment section with praise. “Love your hair ❤️,” swooned a fan, while another emphatically gushed, “WOOOW, GORGEOUS @harper.lockwood54 ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️.” “Ur so stunning,” added another admirer.
In addition to the selfie on her Instagram feed, Harper also showcased her new hair in an Instagram Story, which she then saved in her Instagram Highlights. This video showed that she also added a few white highlights to her hairline.
Harper Lockwood in a video shared on her Instagram Story and Highlights, posted a week ago. | Source: Instagram/harper.lockwoodd54
Harper opting to dye her hair black echoes a time when her doting grandmother rocked the same color years ago when she was younger. Although, unlike Harper, the entrepreneur did not add highlights.
Priscilla Presley at Memphis International airport on January 11, 1963, in Memphis, Tennessee. | Source: Getty Images
The reasons behind their hair color changes also differ. Harper likely dyed her hair black on her own, while Priscilla’s choice was influenced by her late husband, Elvis Presley.
Elvis and Priscilla Presley seen at an airport on May 1, 1967, during their honeymoon journey from Las Vegas, Nevada to Palm Springs, California. | Source: Getty Images
According to a news outlet, Elvis would make his former wife switch up her look from time to time. On this, the head of the hair department for the film “Priscilla,” Cliona Furley, divulged, “He decided everything about her, everything about her look.”
One request he had to Priscilla was to dye her hair from brown (her natural hair color) to black when she moved to his home, Graceland. However, after the ex-couple divorced, she returned to her natural brown hair, as highlighted in “Priscilla.”
Priscilla Presley at a press conference to announce her as the new spokesperson for Wella Balsam in New York City on October 17, 1979 | Source: Getty Images
“The hair helped show the passage in time and Priscilla’s life journey,” explained Cliona when discussing what they were trying to convey in the film. Now, Priscilla has deep red hair; a color which has become a signature look for her.
Priscilla Presley at the 80th Venice International Film Festival on September 4, 2023, in Venice, Italy. | Source: Getty Images
Though she and Harper may no longer share the same hair color, Priscilla Presley still shares the same physical features. They look so similar that Harper was once dubbed Priscilla’s twin by fans who saw a since-deleted photo of Harper and a friend on social media.
Harper Lockwood, Lisa Marie, and Priscilla Presley at the Handprint Ceremony honoring Three Generations of Presley’s on June 21, 2022, in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images
“Nona’s twin 😍,” one fan wrote in the photo’s comment section, and another remarked, “Wow looks just like Cilla here❤️.” Someone else echoed the sentiment, saying, “You look so much like your Nona in this picture 💕,” spotlighting the generational reflection between Harper and her grandmother.
Harper and her sister Finley are the twin daughters of the late Lisa Marie Presley and Michael Lockwood. After Lisa Marie’s death in January 2023, the twins began living with their father, who has full custody.
Lisa Marie Presley and Michael Lockwood attend the premiere of Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Mad Max: Fury Road” at TCL Chinese Theatre on May 7, 2015, in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images
The twins are reportedly comfortable with this arrangement. Despite living with their father, Harper and Finley maintain a close bond with their grandmother, Priscilla.
Recently, Priscilla celebrated her birthday and shared a video on Instagram. “my loving son @nava_rone planned a surprise Birthday party for me. What an evening being around so many special loved ones,” her caption read.
The video showed Harper wearing a red hooded jacket, smiling next to Priscilla, while Finley appeared in a white tube top with flowing blonde hair. Their half-sister, actress Riley Keough, also appeared in the clip.
Harper Lockwood smiles beside her grandmother, Priscilla Presley, Riley Keough, and Finley Lockwood, along with their companions, dated May 2024. | Source: Instagram/priscillapresley
Netizens reacted warmly to the video Priscilla shared. “The pictures of you and harper are so sweet,” a fan commented while another stated, “Lovely pictures with and your family and friends, specially the ones with @harper.lockwoodd.”
Harper Lockwood rests her head on Priscilla Presley’s shoulder, dated May 2024. | Source: Instagram/priscillapresley
Another fan, on the other hand, appreciated the sweet gesture from Priscilla’s son, noting, “Happy Birthday!!!!!!!! that’s so nice of your son to do that and to see grandchildren, and see the world there has never been drama in the first place.”
Harper Lockwood hugs her grandmother Priscilla Presley at the party, dated May 2024. | Source: Instagram/priscillapresley
In another instance demonstrating their close relationship, Priscilla shared a sweet photo in June 2023, celebrating an important milestone with her granddaughters. “Happy Graduation girls! You’re now in high school!!!,” read Priscilla’s post.
In 2017, Priscilla expressed joy and pride when asked about being a grandmother to her granddaughters. “It’s great, it’s absolutely great. I love it, I love it,” she expressed about Harper and Finley.
Similar to her twin sister, Finley Lockwood also showed similarities with her grandma. On her Instagram, Finley posted three captivating pictures from her beach day. Though she looked out towards the vast sea, keeping her face hidden from the lens, many still saw a similarity with Priscilla.
Finley Lockwood during her Malibu beach trip, dated May 2024 | Source: Instagram/finleylockwood.offical
Comments from fans quickly filled the post, with many noting Finley’s striking resemblance to Priscilla. One fan remarked, “Reminds me of Priscilla in her 60s bikinis! Same cute little look. God bless you girls.”