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The company controlling rights to Elvis Presley's legacy has Las Vegas all shook up

LEILA FADEL, HOST:

Good morning. I'm Leila Fadel.

The company that controls the rights to Elvis Presley's legacy has Las Vegas all shook up with orders to stop hosting Elvis-themed weddings. Authentic Brands Group has papered the capital of Elvis-themed nuptials with cease-and-desist letters, which could mean it's now or never for Vegas' $2 billion wedding industry. But even if an Elvis lookalike doesn't hear your vows, finding that someone to love you tender may really be all that matters.

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