Michael Lockwood Reacts to Ex-Wife Lisa Marie Presley’s Death

Thinking about his family. Lisa Marie Presleyex husband of Michael Lockwood spoken after news of his death On Thursday, January 12th.

“Michael was looking forward to a speedy and complete recovery because his children needed him,” the 61-year-old lawyer said. which iesaid in a statement entertainment tonight After the death of the singer. “It is very sad that this did not happen. Michael’s world has turned on his ears. He is now with both his daughters.

Yani said Lockwood’s prayers are with Lisa Marie’s family.

Mother of the late singer, priscilla presleyconfirmed the news of his and Elvis Presley‘s only child, “It is with a heavy heart that I must share the devastating news that my beautiful daughter Lisa Marie has left us,” the 77-year-old New York resident said in a statement. people, “She was the most passionate, strong and loving woman I have ever met. We ask for privacy as we attempt to cope with this severe loss. Thank you for the love and prayers. There will be no further comment at this time.”

earlier that day, us weekly confirmed was lisa marie rushed to the hospital After going into cardiac arrest.

“Michael hopes and prays that he recovers as soon as possible so that they can do the best they can for their children.” i.e Told we in a statement at the time.

In 2006, the Tennessee native married guitarist. The pair had worked together on his song “Now What”. The couple welcomed twin daughters, harper and finleyin 2008. After 10 years of marriage, Lisa Marie filed for divorce and they started a long custody battle,

“Michael will be fine as always. The most important thing is always and now that Lisa Marie gets better and the children do not suffer the consequences,” Yanni said in the statement on Thursday before Lisa Marie died, revealing that That as the village sleeps The musician currently has custody of their 11-year-old children. “They’re pretty little girls and they don’t need that in their lives.”

Lisa Marie was previously married Danny KeoughMichael Jackson and Nicolas Cage, she also shared daughter Riley Keough with Danny. his son, Benjamin KeoughTragically died by suicide in 2020.

two days before his deathLisa Marie attended golden globes to show your support baz luhrmann‘s Elvis biopic, which was nominated for three awards. Austin ButlerThe one who featured the late “Hound Dog” crooner won Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture Drama,

During his speech, he thanked Lisa Marie and Priscilla for their support of the film. “Thank you for opening your heart, your memories, your home to me,” Butler said on Tuesday, Jan. 10. “Lisa Marie, Priscilla, I love you forever.”