Charlie first met Elvis in 1955 backstage at the Ellis Auditorium in
Memphis, TN. where Charlie was performing with his gospel quartet, "The
Foggy River Boys". He befriended him in the Army and would continue
working for Elvis for 17 years until Elvis's death. In his time working
with Elvis he became Elvis's closest friend, confidant, sideman, vocal
coach, member of the Memphis Mafia, he sang harmony for Elvis, and was
his stage manager.
He met Presley when they served in the Army. After their service Hodge
worked with Presley and lived at Graceland for 17 years.
Former backup singer and guitar player for Elvis Presley performed in
tributes to Presley at Memories Theater in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee with
Presley impersonator Lou Vuto for the past 15 years.
Working in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee at Memories theatre with Lou
Zeto, an Elvis impersonator.