Riley Keough, born on May twenty-nine, nineteen eighty-nine, is an accomplished American actress and model, renowned for her diverse roles in film and television. As the eldest daughter of Lisa Marie Presley and the granddaughter of the legendary Elvis Presley, she carries a rich legacy that has influenced her artistic journey.
Keough began her career in the fashion industry, modeling from two thousand four to two thousand eight, before making a significant transition to acting. Her feature film debut came in the musical biopic The Runaways in two thousand ten, where she portrayed Marie Currie. She quickly gained recognition for her performances in various genres, including the independent thriller The Good Doctor in two thousand eleven and the critically acclaimed Magic Mike in two thousand twelve.
Her role in the Andrea Arnold drama American Honey in two thousand sixteen showcased her talent, earning her a nomination for an Independent Spirit Award. Keough continued to impress audiences with her performances in films such as Mad Max: Fury Road, It Comes at Night, and the dark comedy Zola. In two thousand twenty-four, she took on the role of executive producer for the absurdist fantasy Sasquatch Sunset.
On television, Keough made waves with her portrayal of an escort in the anthology series The Girlfriend Experience, which earned her a Golden Globe nomination. She has also starred in Amazon Prime Video's thriller series The Terminal List and the drama miniseries Daisy Jones & the Six, the latter of which garnered her nominations for another Golden Globe and a Primetime Emmy Award.
In addition to her acting career, Keough is a co-founder of the production company Felix Culpa and co-directed the award-winning drama War Pony in two thousand twenty-two. Following the passing of her mother in two thousand twenty-three, she became the sole owner of Elvis Presley's iconic estate, Graceland, further solidifying her connection to her family's storied history.