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The King and I - the Colonel Parker Story

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2/2. A profile of the colourfully controversial, Dutch-born manager of Elvis Presley, Colonel Tom Parker (born Andreas Cornelius van Kuijk), who died in 1997, aged 87. Contributors include the Colonel's widow, Loanne Parker, producer/director Steve Binder (Elvis - '68 Comeback Special), guitarist Scotty Moore, hotel and casino magnate Barron Hilton, and members of Presley's inner circle. Presented by Rob Brydon.

Contributors

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Elvis Presley
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Colonel Tom Parker
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Andreas Cornelius van Kuijk
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Loanne Parker
Director:
Steve Binder
Guitarist:
Scotty Moore
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Barron Hilton
Presented By:
Rob Brydon.
Source: Radio Times

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