Markus Söder Channels Elvis Presley at Franken-Fastnacht
Bavaria's Minister-President embraced his love for the King of Rock 'n' Roll with an elaborate costume and a brief song performance during the annual event in Veitshöchheim.
- Markus Söder, Bavaria's Minister-President, appeared at the Franken-Fastnacht dressed as Elvis Presley, complete with a white jumpsuit, sunglasses, and a wig.
- Söder shaved his beard for the costume and shared his transformation process with followers on Instagram, promising to grow it back after the event.
- During the event, Söder performed a short rendition of Elvis's 'You Are Always on My Mind,' showcasing his enthusiasm for the music icon.
- The Franken-Fastnacht, a major annual event in Veitshöchheim, saw other politicians don costumes with symbolic or playful significance, including Taylor Swift and Greek goddess Nike impersonations.
- Söder's costume choice, made two days before Germany's Bundestag election, was presented as purely celebratory and not intended as a political statement.
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