1965 gave the world another Elvis Presley movie, this time called Girl Happy. It featured, once again, Shelley Fabares. She and the King had a real chemistry going, but I have to say that I hated her hairdo in this flick. She looked really funny with that style.
I also have to mention that one reason Girl
Happy remains a standout for me is that my cousin has a bit part in it. He’s not credited, but he’s seen and has a line of dialog. It’s when Valerie’s father shows up at the hotel looking for Valerie and he interrupts some romantic tomfoolery. I get a kick out of it anyway.
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