Elvis Tribute Show Wows Whitecliffe

A top Elvis tribute artist had one of our Dorset homes rockin’ n rollin’ as team members did their bit to make a resident’s heartfelt wish come true.

Catherine, 81, told staff at Whitecliffe House in Blandford that she would have loved to see Presley sing live.

While they couldn’t quite bring back the King himself, the home’s Companionship team did the next best thing by inviting professional impersonator Martin Fox to perform.

Companionship Team Leader Sarah said: “Martin arrived with all the charm and flair of Elvis. Before his performance, he took time to visit the residents and proudly showed them an authentic Elvis belt, a piece of memorabilia from one of the legend’s real shows. That touch immediately sparked excitement and set the tone for a memorable afternoon.”

The show wowed Catherine and fellow residents who tapped their feet, clapped hands and sang along.

Sarah added: “After a lively 45-minute first half, Martin took a short break. It gave Catherine the chance to meet him in person, get a photo and even sneak a little kiss, much to her delight. The joy was infectious, with smiles around the entire room.”

Catherine, who moved to Whitecliffe House in June 2025, said: “The show really made my day, seeing him sing in person. And I very much liked the cheeky kiss.”

Renowned as one of Britain’s leading Elvis impersonators, Shaftesbury-based Martin makes regular appearances at parties, festivals and events across the country and internationally, performing songs from all stages of Presley’s career.

Reflecting on his visit to Whitecliffe House, Martin said: “There was lots of interaction and I think the residents enjoyed it. Catherine certainly did. She is such a fan. I gave her one of the scarves I wear on stage. Elvis is the right era for those of her age. The set ranged from Heartbreak Hotel, recorded in 1956, right through to the power ballads of his Vegas years in the 1970s.”