(CNN) — Some wedding chapels in Las Vegas are receiving cease-and-desist letters demanding they stop using Elvis’ image and likeness in their operations, according to two letters obtained by CNN. “This includes ensuring that all products, services, and advertisements utilizing Elvis’ name, image, or likeness are officially licensed by Elvis Presley Enterprises,” the statement said. “We believe the Las Vegas wedding industry has helped keep Elvis relevant for a whole generation of people,” Willis-Williams said. “Elvis Presley long called Las Vegas his home and his name has become synonymous with Las Vegas weddings,” Jason Whaley, president of the Vegas Wedding Chamber, said to CNN via email. We’ll continue to focus on the situation and look forward to a resolution that will not negatively impact the Las Vegas wedding economy or the Elvis wedding experience that so many couples travel to Las Vegas to be part of.”Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman also raised concerns over the letters.

Source: CNN June 03, 2022 17:20 UTC