On August 16, 1977, legendary musician Elvis Presley was found dead at his Graceland mansion in Memphis, Tennessee. The official cause of death was a heart attack, but prescription drug abuse played a significant role in his health decline. Presleys death marked the end of an era in popular music, as he was known as the King of Rock and Roll. Fans around the world mourned his passing, and tributes poured in from all corners of the globe. His legacy continues to influence music and popular culture.