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The inspiration for Elvis Presley’s trademark jumpsuit-and-quiff look? A comic book hero called Captain Marvel Jr, whose adventures he enjoyed as a kid. Check out the <a href="http://ozandends.blogspot.com/2009/01/elvis-presley-captain-marvel-jr-meme.html">resemblance</a>.
Pic: PA Photos

75 things you might not know about Elvis Presley

The inspiration for Elvis Presley’s trademark jumpsuit-and-quiff look? A comic book hero called Captain Marvel Jr, whose adventures he enjoyed as a kid. Check out the resemblance. Photo: PA Photos

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