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Priscilla Presley Addresses Tom Jones Romance Rumors
LOS ANGELES, CA — After years of whispers, speculation, and tabloid headlines, Priscilla Presley has finally spoken out about her alleged romance with singer Tom Jones, setting the record straight once and for all.
The rumors began circulating in 2017, after Priscilla and Tom were spotted dining together at Craig’s in West Hollywood. Fans immediately wondered if the two icons — who shared a deep connection to Elvis Presley and the golden era of music — had found love later in life. But according to Priscilla, the truth is far simpler and rooted in decades of friendship.
“Tom and I have been friends for a very long time,” Priscilla told The Mirror in a candid interview. “That’s it — just friends. People love to imagine more, but we’ve always had a deep respect for each other, not a romantic relationship.”
The pair’s friendship dates back to the 1960s, when both were at the height of their fame. Tom was a close friend of Elvis Presley, and the two men often spent time together in Las Vegas during Elvis’s legendary residency at the International Hotel.
“Tom and Elvis were close,” Priscilla explained. “Tom would come over to the house, and the two of them would sing, laugh, and joke for hours. It was a friendship built on mutual respect.”
Following Elvis’s passing in 1977, Priscilla and Tom stayed in touch over the years, supporting each other through personal losses and career highs. In recent years, as both navigated widowhood — Priscilla after Elvis, and Tom after the passing of his beloved wife Linda in 2016 — the two found comfort in companionship.
In a 2017 interview, Tom Jones echoed the same sentiment. “Priscilla’s a wonderful lady. We’ve been friends since the ’60s, and we enjoy each other’s company, that’s all. She’s someone who understands this life — the fame, the loss, the loneliness. But no, we’re not in a relationship.”
Still, rumors continued to swirl as the two were seen attending charity events, music industry gatherings, and private dinners together. “It’s natural for people to assume things when a man and a woman spend time together,” Priscilla said with a laugh. “But truly, our bond is about friendship and understanding — not romance.”
Sources close to the pair confirm that their connection is built on shared experiences rather than romantic intentions. “They both know what it’s like to lose someone you love and live under constant public attention,” a friend shared. “They’ve been there for each other, quietly and kindly.”
Now at 79, Priscilla says she’s content with her life and has no plans to remarry. “I’ve had a love that will never be replaced,” she said, referring to Elvis. “But I’m blessed to have friends like Tom who remind me of the beautiful memories, not the pain.”
The friendship between Priscilla Presley and Tom Jones stands as a rare example of loyalty in the entertainment world — one rooted not in scandal, but in shared history and mutual respect.
