Priscilla and Lisa Marie Presley attended a vigil on Wednesday night to mark 35 years since Elvis' death

The late rock 'n' roll legend's ex-wife and daughter joined mourners who gather annually to pay their respects at Graceland, the home where Elvis lived and his final resting place.

Yesterday evening was the first time the Presley family have attended the event.

Lisa Marie, 44, told the crowd: "I've always avoided this because I felt that it would be too emotional.

"But I really felt it was important to come down here tonight. I love you very, very, very much."

Priscilla also talked of how proud she was to attend the event, speaking as she looked out from the stage over a sea of candles.

She said: "You should see this from our point of view. It's amazing. It's truly a sight to behold."