Dakota Striplin made a bold claim on *The Voice*, suggesting that he might be the grandson of the legendary Elvis Presley, adding an exciting twist to the talent competition.

With a soulful performance of “Love Me Tender,” Dakota captured the hearts of both the judges and the audience, evoking memories of Elvis with every note. Accompanied only by his guitar, his performance was both moving and captivating.

The first judge was clearly enchanted by Dakota’s ethereal voice and quickly turned her chair, placing her hand over her heart in appreciation.

Not long after, another judge, equally mesmerized by his talent and presence, eagerly turned around to learn more about the performer.

After the performance, the judges asked Dakota about his song choice and musical influences. He shared a touching story about his family’s connection to Elvis, mentioning how his grandmother fondly remembered seeing the King of Rock and Roll perform.

Dakota also teased the judges with a playful remark about a possible family link to Elvis, which led to laughter and lighthearted jokes about their resemblance.

Adding to the intrigue, Dakota revealed other mysterious parts of his family history, including a recent DNA discovery that raised questions about his ancestry and suggested a possible connection to Elvis Presley.

Don’t miss Dakota Striplin’s captivating performance and his fascinating backstory—watch the full video below.