Lisa Marie Presley’s son and Elvis Presley’s grandson, Benjamin Kiao, had earlier committed suicide in the Calabas area of California.
Kiao, a 27-year-old musician, was killed by a rifle bullet he used to end his life, a source told TMZ.
“She adored this boy. He was the love of her life,” her personal manager Roger Vidyonovsky said, referring to the famous singer.
Kiao, who was born with a striking external resemblance to his grandfather, rock legend Elvis Presley, remained out of the spotlight for most of his life despite trying to follow in the footsteps of his mother and grandfather and striving to try his luck in a musical career.
It is currently unclear what led to the tragic circumstances in which he chose to end his life.
Tragic end
In 2009, Kiao signed a $ 5 million record deal with Universal Studios to create about five albums.
When he signed the contract he was interviewed by the British Telegraph newspaper and announced that he had no intention of using his grandfather’s style.
“The music will not be like that of Elvis, really not like his music,” said one who has failed to leave a significant mark in the music world.
Kiao’s father was musician Danny Kiao, Lisa Marie’s first husband, who later married Michael Jackson and Nicholas Cage.
Kiao also left behind his 31-year-old older sister Riley, an actress and model.