Bob "Elvis" Shorten

Bob “Elvis” Shorten was a remarkable Elvis impersonator. He arrived early, set-up his entrance mid show, walked through and worked the crowd, singing exactly like Elvis. Each crowd member’s badge had their first name and a “nickname.” Bob used this to his advantage singing “Sherry Baby” to a lady named Sherry (with a nickname “Baby”.) He did his Elvis set and then gave generously of his time allowing people to take pictures with him. Great show. (We’re seniors in our 80’s, and actually knew Elvis. This guy is the real deal.)

An unforgettable, heartwarming experience. Brought tears of joy to our guest of honor!
We recently hired this Elvis impersonator for a Celebration of life for our Mom who has terminal cancer, and he exceeded every expectation we had! He channels a later-career Elvis era, showing up in a fantastic, flashy studded leather outfit.
​Beyond the great look, his voice is exceptional, and his stage persona is spot-on. He stayed completely in character, keeping the room engaged with clever quips, wonderful humor, and a great sense of camaraderie with everyone there.
​What truly sets him apart is his emotional intelligence. Grandma Karen—our guest of honor—has forgotten many things from her life, but she has always held onto Elvis as a symbol of a loving, romantic man. This performer treated her like an absolute queen. He sang directly to her, held her hands, and even danced with her. He was also wonderfully respectful of boundaries; when her son stepped up to dance with her first, Elvis politely waited until the right moment and asked if she would share a dance with him too.
​When he sang "Love Me Tender" and performed several of her favorite songs, our tears flowed. Seeing her face light up with sheer happiness and knowing how deeply he respected her feelings is a memory our family will cherish forever. We shared a note with him beforehand explaining how much Elvis's love songs mean to her during her final days on earth, and he honored that background with such grace, kindness, and professionalism.
​If you are looking for a talented and deeply compassionate entertainer who knows how to read the room and make someone feel truly cherished, look no further. We couldn't be more pleased!

Bob “Elvis” Shorten performed for a private party of about 80-90 seniors at our “Senior Lifestyle Community.” (We have over 625 residents ages 62-99.)
Being from Memphis, and knowing the real Elvis, Bob was the best Elvis impersonator my wife and I have encountered. Bob walked through the crowd singing to individuals (at times playing his guitar) and, at times, improvising as he frequently stopped and sang to individuals. He was a friendly Elvis - and stayed around to allow guests to take pictures with him. His voice was spot on with the real Elvis. Thank you gigsalad for recommending this talented man.

My mom’s 80th birthday became absolutely unforgettable thanks to our incredible Elvis impersonator who brought pure joy, nostalgia, and fun to the entire celebration. He sounded amazing, looked the part, and had the perfect blend of charm and humor. Mom was beaming from the moment he walked in—singing her favorite classics, engaging the crowd, and making her feel like the star of the show. It wasn’t just a performance; it was an experience filled with warmth, laughter, and memories we’ll talk about for years. Truly the highlight of her milestone birthday.

Bob really did a great Elvis. Costume was on point. He was very engaging with the audience.