Elvis Presley’s granddaughter Riley Keough has been in the news since late 2025 due to legal dispute, her position at Graceland and a skyrocketing acting career. The granddaughter of the late Lisa Marie Presley, she remains a fine standard-bearer for the family and also makes her own name in Hollywood.
Lawsuit Claims Linked to John Travolta (Unproven Allegations)
In December 2025, a lawsuit filed by former business partners of Priscilla Presley made shocking claims involving Riley Keough and actor John Travolta. The lawsuit alleges that Riley Keough was an egg donor for John Travolta and his late wife Kelly Preston’s son, who was born in 2010.
The complaint claims she was paid money and given a vintage car. However, these claims have not been proven in court. Priscilla Presley strongly denied the allegations and called them false and offensive. Riley Keough and John Travolta have not made any public statements about the matter.
The lawsuit has been widely covered in the media and is piling on yet more pressure onto Keough’s furiously high-profile existence.
Riley Keough and the Future of Graceland
Since August 2023, Riley Keough has been the sole trustee of her mother Lisa Marie Presley’s estate. This includes Graceland, Elvis Presley’s famous home in Memphis, Tennessee.
Riley has said she wants to protect Graceland as both a family home and a place for fans. She continues long-standing Presley traditions, including leading special events such as the 2025 Elvis 90th birthday celebration.
She has also shared short films filmed inside Graceland, showing a more personal side of the house. Some private areas, like Elvis’s upstairs rooms, remain closed to the public. The meditation garden continues to be a sacred place for the Presley family.
Riley Keough Acting Career Highlights
Riley Keough began her career as a model before she blossomed into a formidable actress. Notable roles. Some of her most well-known roles include:
- The Girlfriend Experience (2016)
- Lovesong (2016)
- The Devil All the Time (2020)
- Daisy Jones & the Six (2023)
Her performances are often praised for their emotional depth. She has worked in both independent films and big productions, showing strong versatility as an actress.
Upcoming Movies and Shows (2025–2026)
Riley Keough continues to stay busy with major projects, including:
- Jay Kelly (Netflix, 2025), directed by Noah Baumbach
- Out of This World, a political thriller with Bill Murray
- Hurry Up Tomorrow (2025)
- Rosebush Pruning
- Butterfly Jam
- Cult Following
Some reports also suggest she may appear in a prison-themed thriller remake, though this has not been officially confirmed.
Personal Life and Presley Family Legacy
Riley Keough has been married to stuntman Ben Smith-Petersen since 2015. In 2023, the couple welcomed their daughter, Tupelo Storm, named after Elvis Presley’s birthplace.
She has faced deep personal loss, including the deaths of her brother Benjamin in 2020 and her mother Lisa Marie Presley in 2023. These experiences have shaped her focus on mental health awareness and protecting her family’s legacy.
Riley is also active on social media and supports film programs that help women filmmakers.
Final Thoughts
As 2025 comes to an end, Riley Keough remains in the spotlight. Despite all the legal gossip it’s all about focusing on her career and taking care of Graceland.
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