Elvis Says Hello To Line Renaud --> July 1968 !

[drjohncarpenter]

The date of this lovely photo with Line Renaud, legendary French singer, actress and activist, has always been sketchy.

Not any more!

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With Line Renaud at the Dunes Hotel, Las Vegas - early July 1968



This may have even been taken on July 2nd, which marked the French chanteuse's 40th birthday. Elvis was 33 and looking great. He'd just completed his NBC-TV special days before, and it would air in December to rave reviews and a #1 rating.

Renaud first met the singer in 1959-60 when Presley was in Paris on army leave, and he caught her popular "Casino de Paris" revue there:

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PLAISIRS - "Casino de Paris," circa 1959



Fast-forward eight years, Presley has just completed his NBC-TV special on June 30th, and about a week free before having to report for pre-production on his next movie, "Charro!" He headed off to Palms Springs to relax, but clearly spent a little time in his favorite vacation city, Las Vegas, and again enjoyed her "Casino de Paris" program, this time at the Dunes Hotel.

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Renaud last presented the revue in Las Vegas from December 1963 to December 1965, and just rolled into town in mid-June to again star in the show.

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Renaud under Dunes Hotel marquee - Tuesday, June 25, 1968

John L. Scott

New Dunes Act for Line Renaud

LAS VEGAS -- French singing star Line Renaud returns to the headliner spot in Casino de Paris at the Dunes Hotel on Tuesday, June 25, replacing Rouvaun who's embarking on an extensive concert tour.

Now busily rehearsing her new act at the Dunes, Miss Line Renaud starring in the Versailles Room, led an ovation for ringsiding Red and he did likewise for the comedienne at the completion of her first show. Skelton opened the next evening at the Sands.

It was a Riviera first for Miss Diller, who was dressed in a spangled mini-costume with shocking pink accessories. She allowed as how she looked like "a thatched hut on stilts."


Los Angeles Times, Saturday, June 15, 1968
https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/382557784/

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Under Dunes Hotel marquee, circa March 1969



The summer 1968 return to the Dunes earned a nice review in the L.A. paper, perhaps it inspired Elvis to go during his time off?

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Los Angeles Times - Sunday, June 29, 1968





Interestingly, I also found that the cute photo of the two entertainers was cropped, possibly for use in a book about Line.

Turns out acting legend Edward G. Robinson was also there to say hello to Line!

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With Line Renaud and . . . Edward G. Robinson at the Dunes Hotel, Las Vegas - early July 1968



One wonders exactly how the chit-chat fared for this unlikely trio of stars.

"Où est l'hôtel?" Heh-heh.



BONUS EP BEARD


So . . . looks like Elvis vacationed in Vegas a bit more before beginning work on his new film.

Some Las Vegas news reports indicated he caught comedian Jan Murray at the Riviera Hotel in mid-July, and was reported making a "short Vegas visit" at the Aladdin. Headlining the hotel was comedienne and singer Rusty Warren!

Las Vegas Scene

Dear Ones, Tiny Tim Will Play

By FORREST DUKE
Special to The Sun-Telegram

LAS VEGAS — Milton Berle celebrated his 60th birthday July 12 at Caesars Palace, and the hotel tossed a star-studded party for him.

[snip]

Elvis Presley at Hotel Aladdin for short Vegas visit . . .

San Bernardino Sun - Thursday, July 18, 1968
https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/61558835/

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Adults only (heh).

Las Vegas Scene

Tall Girl Is Top Beauty

By FORREST DUKE
Special to The Sun-Telegram

LAS VEGAS — Tall (5-11) British beauty Jackie Hewitt won the annual "Miss Showgirl International" contest held at the Desert Inn. Nineteen showgirls, representing each hotel in Vegas and seven countries, vied for the title.

Judges were Line Renaud, Rusty Warren, Jan Murray, Jack Carter, Harry James, Woody Woodbury, Bob Newhart, and this columnist . . .

Elvis Presley, Milton Berle, Jerry Lewis, Ed Ames, Tony Martin, and David Janssen were among the celebs who caught Jan Murray's very funny show before he closed at the Riviera lounge . . .

San Bernardino County Sun - Friday, August 2, 1968
https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/61371537/

These candids below possibly date to his visit to the Riviera.

Where are these teen-age fans today? Did they like his beard? Heh.

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With teen-age fans in Las Vegas, circa mid-July 1968

[KiwiAlan]

WOW...the scoop of the year.

Elvis met Line.

Something we all have been dying to know for over 40 years.

Thanks Doc

[Joe Car]

Frickin incredible Doc, you're on your A game tonight my friend! How intimidating it must have been to have Elvis Presley in the audience!

[Frankie Teardrop]

WOW...the scoop of the year.

Elvis met Line.

Something we all have been dying to know for over 40 years.

Thanks Doc

And some folks actually are interested in this type of thing.

[KiwiAlan]

WOW...the scoop of the year.

Elvis met Line.

Something we all have been dying to know for over 40 years.

Thanks Doc

And some folks actually are interested in this type of thing.

Only those without a life

[Frankie Teardrop]

Those without a life try to take down other people's efforts and work.
Why do you do that, man? I don't understand it.
Doc starts a thread about Elvis, and something that happened to him, and there is rank, cynical nastiness about it for no good reason. Why can't people be nicer around here?

[KiwiAlan]

Those without a life try to take down other people's efforts and work.
Why do you do that, man? I don't understand it.
Doc starts a thread about Elvis, and something that happened to him, and there is rank, cynical nastiness about it for no good reason. Why can't people be nicer around here?

Ask the Doc

[drjohncarpenter]

Frickin incredible Doc, you're on your A game tonight my friend! How intimidating it must have been to have Elvis Presley in the audience!

What is striking in those photos is we see three major entertainment stars, but one is shining brightest -- our guy. And Elvis isn't even trying hard.

These photos have been given several dates in 1968 and 1969, but the newspaper blurb, and Elvis' appearance make it clear the dating I posted is correct.

Thanks Frankie, too. Please ignore the topic derailer.

[jeanno]

I had always thought that the pic was from early 1969: thanks for the correct date, Doc!

[KiwiAlan]

Iam sure that we are all entralled by the knowledge that Elvis had a photo taken with a barely remembered french singer.

Devotees of 'Allo 'Allo would be interested in part of he wikipedia entry "During the Second World War, .......... Her grandmother had a cafe in Armentières, where she used to sing for the passing german soldiers".

[Alexander]

Those without a life try to take down other people's efforts and work.
Why do you do that, man? I don't understand it.
Doc starts a thread about Elvis, and something that happened to him, and there is rank, cynical nastiness about it for no good reason. Why can't people be nicer around here?

Ask the Doc

Are you still a little bit p*ssed off because the Doc caught you once on a very revealing contradiction in your posts KiwiAlan? I know it hurts but take it as a man and move on...

[KiwiAlan]

Those without a life try to take down other people's efforts and work.
Why do you do that, man? I don't understand it.
Doc starts a thread about Elvis, and something that happened to him, and there is rank, cynical nastiness about it for no good reason. Why can't people be nicer around here?

Ask the Doc

Are you still a little bit p*ssed off because the Doc caught you once on a very revealing contradiction in your posts KiwiAlan? I know it hurts but take it as a man and move on...

When have had a few years on this board you will understand

I have little time for a poster who has driven many fine people from this board.....another one a few days ago.

And I will not put up with snide comments to all those who dare disagree with any self appointed sage who never admits when he is wrong.

[Mike S]

I have little time for a poster....

Then why are you bothering to reply on this thread? Perhaps you should go and spend your time somewhere else where they'll appreciate your daft comments.

And I will not put up with snide comments....

And yet it seems you are not above making them.

What a loser.

Thanks for the interesting post Doc.

[tcb4]

activist, or positive activist .... She's been struggling for the AIDS victims for 25 years

[tcb4]

Line Renaud also met other great american figures such as sinatra, martin, crosby,hope, burns

http://www.linerenaud.com/photo_16.htm

[elvis presley scrapbook]

OK, I'm going to be level headed about this.
This post by the doc IS worthy, that said I agree with Kiwi Alan regarding his comments on the Doc.

[Elton]

Wow! Never knew Edward G.Robinson was that short!
ln the pic posted he looks to be around 5ft in height.

[JosephC]

I mused in an off topic thread some time ago about Elvis and Bogart, seeing Elvis and Edward G Robinson together (Robinson costarred with Bogie in Key Largo and several other movies) makes me smile. Thanks Doc!

[Vince]

Hi,

this is a good way to remember a bit more about Line

http://www.elvis-collectors.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=1436&p=483893&hilit=line+renaud#p483893

See You

Vince

[drjohncarpenter]

I had always thought that the pic was from early 1969: thanks for the correct date, Doc!

I mused in an off topic thread some time ago about Elvis and Bogart, seeing Elvis and Edward G Robinson together (Robinson costarred with Bogie in Key Largo and several other movies) makes me smile. Thanks Doc!

Thanks for the interesting post Doc.

activist, or positive activist .... She's been struggling for the AIDS victims for 25 years

this is a good way to remember a bit more about Line

http://www.elvis-collectors.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=1436&p=483893&#p483893

Thanks very much.

The dating of these photos has bugged me for a long while.

Vince -- thanks for the link with all the great Renaud information.

Line is still with us, going strong at 81.

In fact, given that her birthday is July 2, perhaps these photos were part of a 40th birthday bash: July 2, 1968.

[Dan_T]

Wow! Never knew Edward G.Robinson was that short!
ln the pic posted he looks to be around 5ft in height.

LOL !

The IMDB have him as 5.5"......

[3577]

In early July 1969, having just completed his NBC-TV Special on Sunday, June 30, Elvis was on break in Las Vegas, and saw her "Casino de Paris" at the Dunes Hotel. It was something she had been doing for several years and she'd just rolled into town in late June.

Another shocking discovery? The NBC Special was now held in 1969?

[KiwiAlan]

In early July 1969, having just completed his NBC-TV Special on Sunday, June 30, Elvis was on break in Las Vegas, and saw her "Casino de Paris" at the Dunes Hotel. It was something she had been doing for several years and she'd just rolled into town in late June.

Another shocking discovery? The NBC Special was now held in 1969?

Ouch!

[drjohncarpenter]

Wow! Never knew Edward G.Robinson was that short!
ln the pic posted he looks to be around 5ft in height.

LOL !

The IMDB have him as 5.5"......

He may've been a short guy but he was just about the best actor to never win an Oscar.

Glad you guys enjoyed the post.

And thank you also to the kind members who had something positive to contribute:

Joe Car
Frankie Teardrop
jeanno
Alexander
Mike S
tcb4
elvis presley scrapbook
Elton
JosephC
Vince
Dan_T

It is for you, and the hundreds of others who just like to learn something new about Elvis, that I bother.

[Liverbobs]

Nice work Doc, my wife thinks I'm a little bit sad but it always makes my day when I find a new bit of info on Elvis that I didn't know or see a photo that I've never seen before!!