He was known for his iconic quiff, trademark hip swings and daring outfits of pleated trousers and capes.
Elvis Presley, hailed the King of Rock and Roll, still lives on for many through his music.
However, some take his lasting legacy even further and commit to impersonating the rock star.
Presley pretenders from across the country gathered in Blackpool this weekend for a three-day competition in the British Elvis tribute contest.
It runs from March 15 to 17 at Viva Blackpool – a bustling show and party venue – and is the UK’s official qualifier for a big Presley tribute championship.
Those who put on their best Elvis act will earn themselves a place in the finals in Memphis, Tennessee.
The ‘If I Can Dream – The Great British Elvis Tribute Contest’ brought together the most dedicated Presley performers and fans.
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Lee Alexander putting on his best Elvis show at the contest yesterday – sporting Presley-style flares and sideburns
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Elvis tributes, Jake Hughes (left) and John Sheppard (right), taking a break outside the Viva Blackpool competition venue. Both wear typical rock star attire, with Mr Hughes going for a hot pink number and Mr Sheppard boasting a more classic Presley look
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Backstage preparations were in full swing with some final touches to their dazzling looks being added by Karl Memphis (left), JP Leroy (right, first picture) and Lee Alexander (right) before their big performances
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Elvis tributes lining up in their best outfits for the three-day competition in Blackpool this weekend
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On-stage performances of four impersonators, all rocking the different styles that the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll himself might have worn
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Two tribute artists, Steve Brookes and Alan Greer, in iconic white flares and high collared jackets
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Elvis performers John Sheppard, Phoenix Dean and Jake Hughes waiting backstage before their acts
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John Sheppard, JJ Shannon and TC Memphis waiting backstage at the Blackpool venue yesterday before their performances
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Performers at the contest, which runs from March 15 to 17, at Viva Blackpool – a bustling show and party venue
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Elvis tributes JJ Shannon (left) and Iain McKellar (right) performing at the championships
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Performer TC Memphis singing at the competition yesterday
