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Riley Keough - American actress

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Danielle Riley Keough, known professionally as Riley Keough, is an American actress, model, and producer born into a renowned musical dynasty. As the eldest grandchild of the legendary Elvis Presley and the daughter of singer-songwriter Lisa Marie Presley and musician Danny Keough, Riley has carved out a distinctive career in the entertainment industry despite her illustrious family background.
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Birth
May 29, 1989
Riley Keough was born at Providence Saint John's Health Center in Santa Monica, California. She is the eldest daughter of Lisa Marie Presley and Danny Keough, and the eldest grandchild of Elvis Presley and Priscilla Presley.
Parental Divorce and Family Dynamics
Early 1990s
When Riley was five, her parents divorced. Her mother later married Michael Jackson briefly from 1994 to 1996, and then actor Nicolas Cage in 2002, though this marriage was short-lived. Riley experienced a diverse upbringing, spending time with both her mother in a privileged environment and her father in more modest living conditions.
Film Debut in The Runaways
2010
Riley Keough made her film debut in the musical biopic "The Runaways", marking the beginning of her acting career.
Breakthrough Role in Mad Max: Fury Road and Marriage
2015
Riley had her first big-budget appearance in "Mad Max: Fury Road". This year also saw her marriage to Australian stuntman Ben Smith-Petersen, whom she met while filming "Mad Max: Fury Road".
Golden Globe Nomination for The Girlfriend Experience
2016
Riley earned critical acclaim and a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress for her role in the TV series "The Girlfriend Experience", based on Steven Soderbergh's film about a high-end call girl.
Diverse Roles and Critical Acclaim
2016-2019
Riley continued to showcase her versatility with roles in films like "American Honey", "Logan Lucky", "It Comes at Night", and "The Lodge". Her performances often highlighted her ability to portray characters on the margins of society, earning her multiple award nominations, including a Film Independent Spirit Award nod.
Brother's Passing and Family
2020
Riley's biological brother, Benjamin Storm Keough, passed away in July 2020. She also has two half-sisters, twins Harper and Finley, from her mother's fourth marriage to Michael Lockwood.
Motherhood and Continued Acting Career
2022
Riley and her husband Ben Smith-Petersen welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Tupelo Storm. She continued her acting career, notably starring in the 2023 series "Daisy Jones & the Six", for which she contributed lead vocals and received an Emmy nomination.
Ongoing Career and Legacy
2023
Riley Keough remains active in the entertainment industry, with recent roles in "Daisy Jones & the Six" and other projects. She has spoken about her personal relationship with her grandfather's musical legacy and her own experiences in the industry, distinguishing herself as a talented actress beyond her famous lineage.

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