Colonel Tom Parker

Manager

1909-06-26 – 1997-01-21

Colonel Tom Parker was a music manager best known for managing Elvis Presley. He played a major role in shaping Presley's commercial career and public image. His management approach had lasting influence on entertainment promotion.

Quotes by Colonel Tom Parker

Elvis does his own singing and selects his own songs for his records. Hundreds of songs are submitted to him. I don't even attempt to advise him.
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