Hi, iam Charlie Harrison, Asalam walekum.
Well, ain’t that something! Elvis Presley was a black belt in karate? Who knew? The King of Rock and Roll was a master of martial arts too. Talk about an all-around entertainer! It’s no wonder he had such an impressive career. From his iconic hip-swiveling moves to his impressive karate skills, there’s no denying that Elvis was one talented guy.
What Degree Black Belt Was Elvis Presley? [Solved]
When he returned to Memphis, Elvis earned his first-degree black belt in 1960 under Chito-Ryu stylist Hank Slemansky. Wow! Later on, he trained with Master Kang Rhee at a Memphis dojo and was awarded a seventh degree black belt in March ‘73 and an eighth in September ‘74. Pretty impressive!
Early Life: Elvis Presley was born in Tupelo, Mississippi on January 8, 1935. He grew up in poverty and had a difficult childhood.
Musical Career: Elvis began his musical career in 1954 when he signed with Sun Records and released his first single, “That’s All Right.” He went on to become one of the most influential musicians of all time, selling over one billion records worldwide.
Acting Career: In 1956, Elvis made his acting debut in the movie Love Me Tender and went on to star in 31 feature films throughout his career.
Martial Arts Training: In 1960, Elvis began training with karate master Kang Rhee and eventually earned a black belt in kenpo karate by 1968.
Legacy: After his death at age 42 from a heart attack on August 16th 1977, Elvis’ legacy continues to live on through his music and films that are still popular today
Elvis Presley was a true master of the martial arts - he had a black belt! He was so dedicated to his training that he even incorporated some of his moves into his performances. People were amazed by the King’s agility and skill. It’s no wonder they called him “The King of Rock ’n’ Roll”!
