Presley didn’t exactly have a normal childhood. He grew up backstage at fashion shows. He was photographed by Mario Testino as a teenager. No big deal.
His first big modeling gig was for Dolce & Gabbana in 2016. He was just 17. And guess who he walked with? Yeah, his mom. Talk about a tough act to follow.
People immediately called him “Cindy’s son.” He looked like her mini-me. That must have been annoying.
The Tattoo Rebellion: A Funny Escape
So, how do you escape a family legacy? You get twenty-seven face tattoos. No, really.
Presley started inking his face with phrases like “Misunderstood” and “Human.” He even put a “Daddy’s Girl” tattoo near his eye? Weird. And very not runway-ready.
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It was a funny, loud statement. “I’m not your perfect Cindy Junior,” he seemed to scream. But it also made luxury brands run the other way.
High fashion loves clean skin. Presley? He became a walking art project. A messy, permanent one.