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Dolly Parton laid to rest as niece shares emotional tribute to ‘Granny’

August 30, 2026

Dolly Parton laid to rest as niece shares emotional tribute to ‘Granny’

Lainey Mae Parton shared an emotional tribute to her "Granny" Dolly Parton, recalling 4 AM calls and singing together on the "Smoky Mountain DNA" album.

Dolly Parton once performed for Queen Elizabeth II and was 'scared to death' about her curtsy

August 30, 2026

Dolly Parton once performed for Queen Elizabeth II and was 'scared to death' about her curtsy

Dolly Parton recalled being "scared to death" about curtsying when she performed for Queen Elizabeth II during the Queen's Silver Jubilee in 1977.

Why Dolly Parton’s death can feel like losing someone you knew personally

August 30, 2026

Why Dolly Parton’s death can feel like losing someone you knew personally

Fans worldwide describe "post-Parton depression" as Dolly Parton's death triggers intense parasocial grief that psychologists say mirrors real loss.

Mississippi mayor argues against lowering flag for Dolly Parton after her death

August 29, 2026

Mississippi mayor argues against lowering flag for Dolly Parton after her death

Olive Branch, Mississippi, Mayor Ken Adams argued against lowering the flag to half-staff for Dolly Parton, saying the honor should be reserved.

Dolly Parton's path from Nashville newcomer to Billboard's No. 1 country music artist of all time

August 29, 2026

Dolly Parton's path from Nashville newcomer to Billboard's No. 1 country music artist of all time

Dolly Parton gained national attention in 1964 on "The Porter Wagoner Show," later becoming a 10-time Grammy Award winner and Academy Award nominee.

BROADCAST BIAS: Dolly Parton taught the world the way to be universally beloved

August 29, 2026

BROADCAST BIAS: Dolly Parton taught the world the way to be universally beloved

Dolly Parton navigated tough interviews from Barbara Walters to political questions about Trump while building an ironclad legacy of kindness.

Dolly Parton's favorite Southern dishes, from chicken and dumplings to banana pudding

August 29, 2026

Dolly Parton's favorite Southern dishes, from chicken and dumplings to banana pudding

Country music star Dolly Parton's beloved Southern recipes included chicken and dumplings, buttermilk biscuits and gravy, banana pudding and her favorite chess pie.

Dolly Parton's favorite dishes included biscuits, dumplings and chess pie

August 29, 2026

Dolly Parton's favorite dishes included biscuits, dumplings and chess pie

Dolly Parton spoke fondly about the butter, grease and homemade recipes she enjoyed, while her cookbooks and branded food products brought her culinary influences to fans nationwide.

Tennessee moves to rename Nashville airport for Dolly Parton days after beloved icon's death

August 28, 2026

Tennessee moves to rename Nashville airport for Dolly Parton days after beloved icon's death

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee announced plans to rename Nashville International Airport after Dolly Parton following a petition with over 155,000 signatures.

Dolly Parton slept as little as 3 hours, did her own hair and makeup on set, co-star Danica McKellar says

August 28, 2026

Dolly Parton slept as little as 3 hours, did her own hair and makeup on set, co-star Danica McKellar says

Danica McKellar reveals Dolly Parton slept only three to five hours a night and did her own hair and makeup before arriving on set each morning.

About Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton was born in Locust Ridge, Tennessee
January 19, 1946
Dolly Parton performed at the Grand Ole Opry for the first time
1959
Dolly Parton married Carl Thomas Dean
May 30, 1966
Dolly Parton joined “The Porter Wagoner Show”
1967
Dolly Parton released her first #1 hit song as a single, “Joshua”
1970
Dolly Parton named Country Music Association’s Entertainer of the Year
1978
Dolly Parton joined the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame
1986
Dollywood opened its doors to visitors
1986
Dolly Parton starred in the movie “9 to 5”
1980
Dolly Parton received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
June 14, 1984
Dolly Parton launched the Imagination Library
1995
Dolly Parton inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame
2001
Dolly Parton started the record label, Dolly Records
2007
Dolly Parton’s “9 to 5” musical makes its Broadway debut
2009
Dolly Parton awarded the Living Legend Award from the U.S. Library of Congress
April 14, 2004
Dolly Parton awarded the National Medal of the Arts
2005
Dolly Parton received Kennedy Center Honors
2006
Dolly Parton received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammys
2011
Dolly Parton joined the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
2022
“DOLLY: A True and Original Musical” holds its final performance in Tennessee
August 31, 2025

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