Why a Talent Show?

Elvis Presley — the King of Rock ’n’ Roll — didn’t start on a big stage or in front of a roaring crowd. He started in a small-town talent show, just 10 years old, singing "Old Shep" in front of complete strangers, with nothing but his voice and a dream. This show is a tribute to that moment — and to the journey that followed. Every performer stepping onto this stage is carrying forward that same spark, that same courage, that same belief that talent & perseverance can change lives. So let’s cheer them on as a living salute to the man who showed us what’s possible when you follow your passion.

This is for Elvis… and for the next dreamer waiting to be discovered.

Below are the October 3, 1945 the Mississippi-Alabama Fair & Dairy Show Talent Contest Contestants.

The second boy from the right in a tie, suspenders and glasses is 10 year old Elvis Presley who just finished in 5 th Place.