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Linda Thompson

What is linda thompson?

· Emily Grant

Key facts

American Linda Thompson Born May 23, 1950, in Memphis, Tennessee; songwriter, former actress, beauty pageant winner[1]
British Linda Thompson Born 23 August 1947, in Hackney, London; singer, songwriter, musician[2]
Alternative names British Linda Thompson also known as Linda Peters and Linda Pettifer[2]
Marriages American Linda Thompson married Bruce Jenner and David Foster[4]

Linda Thompson is the name of more than one notable person, most prominently an American songwriter, former actress, and beauty pageant winner born in 1950, and a British singer-songwriter born in 1947. The answer depends on which person you mean.

Context

Linda Thompson is a name shared by several notable people, most prominently an American songwriter and former actress born in 1950 and a British singer-songwriter born in 1947 [1] [2]. The American Linda Thompson, born in Memphis, Tennessee, is known for her work in music and acting, and was married to Bruce Jenner and David Foster [4]. The British Linda Thompson, born in Hackney, London, is celebrated for her musical career, including collaborations with Richard Thompson, and has also been known as Linda Peters and Linda Pettifer [2].

Documented claims

  • The American Linda Thompson is a songwriter, former actress, and beauty pageant winner. [1]
  • The British Linda Thompson is a singer-songwriter known for work with Richard Thompson and as a solo artist. [2]
  • The British Linda Thompson collaborated and was married to Richard Thompson. [3]

Questions and answers

Did Elvis love Linda Thompson?

Sources indicate that Linda Thompson dated Elvis Presley, but they do not explicitly state his feelings for her [1].

What happened between Bruce Jenner and Linda Thompson?

Linda Thompson was married to Bruce Jenner, but the sources do not provide details about their separation [4].

How old was Linda Thompson when she dated Elvis Presley?

The sources do not specify her age during the relationship with Elvis Presley [1].

Why did Linda Thompson split with Elvis?

The sources do not explain the reason for their split [1].

Sources

  1. Linda Thompson - Biography — imdb.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. Thompson, Linda — encyclopedia.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  3. Linda Thompson News - Us Weekly — usmagazine.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  4. About | Linda Thompson — lindathompsonmusic.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in People