Dolly Parton understands what it is to earn nearly every notable career milestone. The entertainment legend one-woman philanthropic force also never forgets a friend. That being said, when Dolly’s good friend and America’s unforgettable morning host, Kathie Lee Gifford, earned her worthy recognition on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday, (April 28) as Showbiz
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Miranda Lambert is getting ready for the release of The Marfa Tapes. The follow-up to her 2019 album, Wildcard, is unlike anything she’s ever done before. It’s a raw, intimate, and stripped-down record that’s packed with soft songs recorded in Marfa, Texas. Miranda worked on the project with Jack Ingram and Jon Randall. On Wednesday,
Rory Feek heartbreakingly shares that after the passing of his wife, Joey Feek that he wouldn’t make music again. However, Rory’s had a change of heart. In March of 2021, he releases the song “One Angel.” Now, Dolly Parton lends her vocals to a released version of the touching tribute to Joey Feek. Rory Feek
Songwriting marvel Dolly Parton creates songs as effortlessly as breathing. The country music queen keeps a writing pad and pens handy at all times. She still carries a Dictaphone, too. Dolly far prefers the old-fashioned tools to those of the digital age. Tennessee’s most beloved citizen transforms McDonald’s receipts into Dolly Parton classics. An everyday
Positivity is a trademark of the Dolly Parton brand. From her well-loved adages, dubbed “Dolly-isms” on life, love, and fulfillment, to her very presence on any stage, the legendary singer-songwriter captivates hearts with her uplifting aura, far beyond the country music world. Her vast catalog of songs over more than six decades encompasses every human
It’s a rare phenomenon for Dolly Parton to think anything other than an affirming thought for anyone in her luminous blonde aura, much less speak any disparaging words. The truth is, however, that the unmatched songwriter speaks and writes from her core of truth, much like Loretta Lynn and other great ladies of country music.
Nothing and no one fills the heart or a song like Dolly Parton. The songwriting wonder and country music queen keeps accumulating honors from super-selling, delicious desserts to official recognition from the governor of Tennessee, Bill Lee. Her passionate work for the Imagination Library in fostering young readers is her favorite pursuit. This time, the
Country music queen and entertainment dynamo, Dolly Parton writes a song for every mood or meaning in life’s circumstances. As the pandemic struck, she penned “When Life Is Good Again,” reminding her many fans and listeners not to put off any right decision until tomorrow when action needs to happen today. She also reflects that
Countless fans the world over cherish Dolly Parton for much more than her timeless songs of love, faith, overcoming, and just plain fun. As many the country music legend’s loving followers surround her with love and prayers through the painful recent loss of for uncle, Bill Owens, Dolly Parton relates a back story she seldom
The year 2021 already brings Dolly Parton a great sense of fulfillment, and yet, another painful passing within her family. The country music legend announced Wednesday, April 7, that her uncle, Bill Owens, “Billy Earl Owens” to his wide, loving circle of friends and family, passed away at age 85. 10 News of WBIR and
To quote her own words, Dolly Parton is no “chicken squat.” The petite powerhouse in entertainment stays driven when it comes to her goals in life. Throughout the pandemic, Dolly Parton’s sole focus remains to be a light to lift others and put an end to the virus. To that lofty end, Dolly Parton put
Dolly Parton and her Imagination Library celebrated International Children’s Book Day. This is appropriate since her charity continues to fill the bookshelves of many happy children around the world. Literacy is still important, especially amid the coronavirus pandemic. Many kids are still missing out on the full school experience, and there’s nothing better than learning
Dolly Parton famously never had children. In recent years, the narrative implied that she chose her career over having kids or that she never wanted children. But it turns out those misconceptions are false. What’s the real reason Dolly Parton and her husband Carl Dean never had children? Dolly Parton DID Want Kids, Had Name
Dolly Parton has the energy of 1000 lifetimes inside her petite body. The country music queen and entertainment dynamo also has the memory of an elephant when it comes to important dates. At 75, Dolly never misses a step or lets the gift of any day go by without making it count. Over the weekend,
For millions of reasons, folks absolutely cherish Dolly Parton. Dozens and dozens of the thousands of songs she’s written live forever in the hearts of her followers. Her philanthropy grew from her own roots in Sevier County, in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee to touch millions of children around the world today through her literacy
Some would say that Dolly Parton has become a superhero in her own right. But now the singer will have her own comic book. What else can’t she do? The 75-year-old will have her own comic series dedicated to inspirational women. The 22-page book entitled Female Force: Dolly Parton is set for release on Wednesday,
Beloved Country music icon, Dolly Parton goes to great lengths to take care of those around her. For example, sources note her substantial donation for the research of a COVID-19 vaccine. Long before that, Parton makes herself known as “the book lady” with her efforts with the Imagination Library Foundation. Keep reading to learn more
No matter where Dolly Parton goes or what she does, the petite entertainment dynamo definitely marks each moment with her one-of-a-kind brand of style. While she was trying to make her statement for the benefit of public health and ending the pandemic, Dolly Parton’s stunning royal blue dress for her vaccine day stole all the
Dolly Parton is not just a living legend in country music and philanthropy. The entertainment marvel is living proof that every moment in life matters, and she makes every second matter. At 75, Dolly is doing more than ever to spread the gift of reading and literacy to children everywhere, as her Imagination Library grows
Fans and folks of every age get all warm and fuzzy over Dolly Parton. Whether someone is 6 or 65, every age group has its own reasons for cherishing the philanthropist and country music queen. Long-time fans reminisce and recite old-time classics from the Dolly Parton catalog, like “Joshua” or “Someone I Used to Know”.