Ursula Andress, who had just starred in Dr. No, elevated Elvis Presley’s famous hip thrusts to a new level in Fun in Acapulco. There was no denying their chemistry, but what went on behind the scenes? You might be surprised by the response.
Ursula Andress had Elvis in her sights.
Following her breakthrough performance in Dr. No, Ursula Andress was the sexiest woman in the planet in 1963. Ursula Andress portrayed Marguerita Dauphin in Fun in Acapulco, the hotel social director who harbors feelings for Elvis Presley’s character, Mike.
She avoided Elvis Presley at first because of some negative tabloid reports, but as the movie progressed, they became closer. Subsequently, Ursula said that she was taken aback and overcome by the overwhelming presence of Elvis Presley when she first saw The King.
Did Elvis develop feelings for Ursula Andress?
The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll was clearly impressed by his stunning co-star, and rumors of a romance between Ursula and Elvis started to circulate right once.
However, those who knew Elvis claim that “nothing happened” between the two actors. In actuality, Ursula’s appearance didn’t seem to impress Elvis.
When it comes to relationships, Elvis had a rule.
Perhaps Elvis’ remarks regarding Ursula’s big shoulders were merely a defensive tactic. Given his desire to get back together with his first love, Priscilla Presley, it’s likely that he was doing all in his power to avoid a romantic relationship with the Swiss sex bomb.
The truth behind the photo
Looking at behind-the-scenes photos of Elvis and Ursula from Fun in Acapulco is even more fascinating today, knowing what we do about their dynamic.
However, one image in particular drew my attention for the straightforward reason that only Elvis wears all black to the beach, complete with long sleeves and long pants, not because it supports the claims of an affair. Under the Mexican sun, only The King could make that appear effortlessly cool!
Elvis Presley’s final movie before Beatlemania swept the globe was Fun in Acapulco, the last cinematic hurrah. Elvis Presley’s charisma, the film’s humorous premise, and its catchy songs provided a moment’s respite from the social changes occurring.
