Elvis Presley is world's best-selling solo artist
American musician Elvis Presley, who died on August 16, 1977, holds the Guinness record for being the best-selling solo artist, with over one billion sales worldwide. The 'King of Rock and Roll' won three Grammys from 14 nominations and also received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award at the age 36. Presley also starred in 33 Hollywood films.