A Legacy Beyond Blue Hawaii The passing of Joan Blackman at 87 marks the end of an era for classic Hollywood.
Her association with Elvis Presley may be forever etched in popular memory, but a closer look at her filmography reveals a trailblazing spirit that defied conventions.
Blackman's collaboration with Presley in Blue Hawaii and Kid Galahad was more than just a chance to play opposite one of the biggest stars of the era.