I grew up very conservatively and traditionally. I wanted to save myself for marriage.

One of the biggest lessons I also learned from living with Elvis and loving him for so many years was that we're all human, and no matter what level one has reached in terms of fame, they're still human beings.

I grew up very conservatively and traditionally. I wanted to save myself for marriage.

I think that happens to a lot of people who find themselves thrust into the spotlight and becoming famous before they recognize what's happening to them. Life becomes a little distorted for them.

It's a disservice, really, when we put celebrated people on a pedestal and don't allow them to be human. It's a very lonely experience for the individual. It's not a sustainable way to live.

And as such, we need to be empathetic and understanding.

I've never been attracted to women sexually and I wanted romance.