7. Elvis Presley’s wallaby

Step into the extraordinary world of Elvis Presley, the iconic King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, who during his lifetime embraced an unconventional assortment of pets. One such extraordinary pet story starts during the filming of “Jailhouse Rock” in 1957. From the far reaches of Australia, an adoring fan decided to present the music legend with a unique and somewhat unusual gift: a wallaby. This bouncing marsupial became an instant sensation, quickly capturing the hearts of everyone on set and assuming an unexpected role as the film’s unofficial mascot.

When the cameras stopped rolling, the furry creature from Down Under continued to be in the limelight. The wallaby’s journey did not end in Hollywood; instead, Elvis decided to give it a new home at the Memphis Zoo. Preparations began for the animal’s arrival, with a special enclosure being constructed in Kiddie Land, promising a comfortable life for the marsupial star.

The news of the wallaby’s arrival at the Memphis Zoo sparked excitement among Elvis’ fans, with young girls flooding the main office with phone calls, eager to know when they could see the new animal superstar. The buzz around the wallaby was a testament to Elvis’ unique charm and the bond between the superstar and his fans. The story of the wallaby thus became a legendary tale in the annals of Elvis Presley’s life, reflecting his fondness for the unconventional and bizarre, even when it came to pets.