Riley Keough kept things deliberately low-key this week, stepping out for a casual coffee in Thousand Oaks in her first public appearance since finding herself unexpectedly dragged into a very public legal and family dispute.
Dressed down in a black jacket, light-wash jeans and sunglasses, the 36-year-old actress appeared calm, composed and intent on keeping a low profile.
It was a simple outing, but the timing made it notable.
Why All Eyes Are Suddenly on Riley Keough
Keough, Elvis Presley’s granddaughter and the daughter of the late Lisa Marie Presley, has been mentioned in a newly amended lawsuit that has sent shockwaves through Hollywood and the Presley family alike.
The claims — strongly denied and not supported by medical evidence — link her name to actor John Travolta and his teenage son.
The allegations stem from a $50 million breach-of-contract lawsuit filed by Priscilla Presley’s former business associates, Brigitte Kruse and Kevin Fialko.
Sensational Claims in a Bitter Legal Battle
The updated filing names Priscilla Presley and her son, Navarone Garibaldi Garcia, as defendants.
Buried within the document are dramatic claims attributed entirely to alleged conversations with third parties, rather than documented proof.
Among them is the assertion that Keough allegedly donated her eggs to John Travolta and his late wife Kelly Preston, allowing the couple to welcome their youngest son, Ben, in 2010.
If true — a major “if” — the teenager would be Elvis Presley’s great-grandson.
Lisa Marie Presley Also Pulled Into the Narrative
The lawsuit goes further, alleging that Lisa Marie Presley herself had previously donated eggs to Kelly Preston, who was supposedly unable to conceive on her own.
The filing suggests these claims came from Lisa Marie’s former husband, musician Michael Lockwood.
Lockwood, however, flatly rejected the allegations when contacted, calling the claims “crazy” and denying any knowledge of such arrangements.
No Evidence, No Medical Records
Notably absent from the lawsuit are medical records or documentation supporting the fertility claims.
It also remains unclear whether any of Lisa Marie Presley’s eggs ever resulted in a pregnancy.
Despite this lack of proof, the allegations have quickly become one of the most explosive elements of an already bitter courtroom fight.
Tragedy, Timing, and Troubling Accusations
The amended complaint alleges that the Travoltas approached the Presley family again in 2010, one year after the devastating death of their son Jett, who died at 16 following a seizure while on vacation in the Bahamas.
The lawsuit further claims that John Travolta was seeking to “salvage his career” amid sexual misconduct accusations — allegations the actor has long denied.
Disturbing Language and Shifting Claims
According to the filing, Lockwood allegedly claimed that Travolta ultimately decided against using Lisa Marie’s eggs, supposedly referencing her struggles with addiction.
Instead, the complaint alleges, Keough provided her eggs, allowing Kelly Preston — then 48 — to give birth to Ben in November 2010.
The language and tone of the claims have drawn sharp criticism from the Presley camp.
Alleged Compensation and Handwritten Notes
The lawsuit also claims Keough received an old Jaguar and between $10,000 and $20,000 in exchange for the alleged egg donation.
It references a handwritten note containing phrases such as “CA fertility partners,” “Ben Travolta,” and “Kelly Preston carried baby.”
Additionally, a text exchange is cited in which Ben is allegedly referred to as Priscilla Presley’s “beautiful great-grandson.”
Scientology and Oversight Allegations
Another explosive claim suggests the alleged arrangement required approval from the Church of Scientology and oversight from Priscilla Presley herself — assertions that have further intensified the backlash against the amended complaint.
A Family Power Struggle Allegedly at Play
Kruse and Fialko also allege that Michael Lockwood wanted the information used to secure a favorable settlement for himself and his daughters.
The filing accuses Navarone Garcia of later demanding that Keough and Travolta’s son be kept out of the press, while also insisting on being the family’s sole male musician — referred to dramatically as “the king.”
Garcia is further accused of demanding a multi-million-dollar settlement.
A Blistering Response From Priscilla Presley’s Camp
Attorneys representing Priscilla Presley and her son wasted no time firing back.
In a sharply worded statement, they accused Kruse, Fialko and their legal team of crossing ethical lines and attempting to exert pressure through sensational claims.
They emphasized that the allegations have “absolutely nothing to do” with the underlying legal issues and vowed the matter would be addressed forcefully in court.
Silence From Travolta and Keough
As of now, representatives for both John Travolta and Riley Keough have not responded publicly to requests for comment.
Plaintiffs Defend Their Actions
Kruse and Fialko’s attorney, Jordan Matthews, defended the amended complaint, saying his clients were “heartbroken” to have been forced to file it.
He claimed they had been falsely accused of wrongdoing and insisted their actions were aimed at revealing the truth and correcting the record.
Matthews added that all family disputes were allegedly resolved following Lisa Marie Presley’s death, with payments made and closure achieved.
More Than Just One Explosive Claim
The biological parentage allegations are only one part of a broader legal war.
Kruse and Fialko also accuse Navarone Garcia of breaching contracts and interfering with business ventures tied to Priscilla Presley’s name and brand.
Those claims came shortly after a separate lawsuit was filed against Priscilla herself — allegations she has vehemently denied.
What Comes Next
With legal teams entrenched, denials flying, and reputations on the line, the courtroom battle shows no signs of slowing down.
For now, Riley Keough appears determined to stay out of the noise — even as the storm around the Presley legacy continues to grow louder.
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