Elvis Presley’s manager believed gospel music could ‘save his life’ as he battled crippling addiction: book

Elvis Presley's manager Colonel Tom Parker died in 1997 at age 87. He was depicted by Tom Hanks in Baz Luhrmann's biopic "Elvis" starring Austin Butler as the King.

"He loved Elvis like a son," Greg McDonald told Fox News Digital. "The Colonel never wrote a tell-all, even after these negative stories came out about him. He refused. And when I saw Baz Luhrmann’s film, I knew somebody had to come out and finally tell the truth." Stephanie Nolasco covers entertainment at Foxnews.com.

McDonald, who worked for Parker, has co-written a book, "Elvis and the Colonel: An Insider’s Look at the Most Legendary Partnership in Show Business." The entertainment producer, who knew both men, wanted to set the record straight about their relationship. McDonald currently manages Parker’s assets.