By her own estimation, Dolly Parton has written between 3000-4000 songs. The powerhouse performer and prolific songwriter has also generously given songs to special friends in need of “that special song” at crucial times. Only recently, Dolly Parton gets the surprise of a lifetime, when a stash of songs was discovered in her home. From
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Dolly Parton really loves Christmas. The country superstar goes all out for the holiday season. Of course, this should come as no surprise to her fans. Dolly released a new Christmas album, A Holly Dolly Christmas, in the fall. The record features Christmas classics and original songs. On the album, Dolly collaborates with Michael Buble,
Like most people, Carrie Underwood finds Dolly Parton super-relatable. The American Idol alum felt a connection with the legendary singer the first moment she listened to her music. Read on to find out what Carrie had to say. The country singer says Dolly Parton’s life was “very me” On Wednesday, December 23, CMT shared clips
Only the dynamo of country music and overall entertainment, Dolly Parton, can enjoy the most productive year of her life at age 74, and amid a global pandemic. Dolly is perfectly at home wherever she is, and she welcomes any audience around her stage. One of the most amazing things about this year for the
Dolly Parton is undeniably the greatest and most prolific songwriter alive. Whether it’s a timeless country music classic, one of her many pop-crossover favorites, or movie themes no one can forget, the living legend has written everything. Dolly Parton has truly done it all this Christmas season. On October 2, Dolly got the jump on
Dolly Parton is the Queen of Glamour. She’s known for her big blonde hair and love of sparkles. So, it makes sense that she would release her beauty brand. The country superstar announced that she’s coming with her own cosmetics line next year. She’ll join Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Selena Gomez, and many other celebrities who
The countless friends, fans, and family members who consider Dolly Parton to be an angel on earth aren’t far off in their estimation. The country music legend led with love and generosity like no one else in the celebrity sphere through the pandemic. Her gifts to Vanderbilt University Medical Center near the start of the
The 2015 Super Bowl almost had an entirely different performance. Instead of rogue dancer “left shark,” Katy Perry originally wanted Dolly Parton to perform with her. But it never came to fruition and fans still wonder why. Dolly Parton Explains Why She Said ‘No’ to Super Bowl Performance The Super Bowl halftime gig is one
Turning 75 is a remarkable milestone in itself. For Dolly Parton, the coming birthday, and many more before it, gives the songwriting legend a lovely reason to put her heartfelt words to melody. In an ABC News feature, the country music marvel details why writing a commemorative song each year comes so naturally as a
This year’s holiday season has Dolly Parton doing it all. The country music legend looked luminous for her Macy’s Thanksgiving Day performance. She always sounds great, and for this occasion, Dolly Parton was backed by a big-band and decked out in green sequins and white fur for her moment. The superstar is also celebrating Christmas
Any person who’s ever spent more than a few minutes with Dolly Parton knows that she thinks the world of her roots in Sevier County, Tennessee. Her father, Robert Lee, is always “the smartest man I ever knew” in his daughter Dolly’s eyes. Her mother, Avie Lee, imparted her unshakable spiritual intuition into all her
Dolly Parton is getting into the holiday spirit. And she wants to help her fellow Americans do the same. As everyone knows, it’s been a difficult year. More Americans are feeling lonelier than ever with the coronavirus pandemic. She wrote a love letter to Santa Claus The legendary country singer knows this is a big
No one can deny how Dolly Parton becomes the center of attention on any stage. This weekend, the country music queen will celebrate the premiere of her latest Netflix holiday charmer, Christmas on the Square. While some reviewers, such as USA Today per the Arizona Republic, deem that the goodhearted TV musical is too “gooey,”
With as bold as Dolly Parton is, fans may think she’s an open book. However, that isn’t the case according to an interview with The Sunday Times. While sitting down with Dolly Parton recently, Marina O’Loughlin got to learn a lot about the Country music legend. Notably, the pair discusses Parton’s projects of past and present,
Dolly Parton meets with The Sunday Times to discuss a variety of things in her life. Dolly Parton says her childhood is “what keeps me strong.” Dolly Parton, 75, recently sat down with Marina O’Loughlin, a British restaurant critic. However, this meeting isn’t to discuss food. Luckily, this allows Dolly Parton to fill her fans in
Ask any number of people counted in the legions of fans supporting Dolly Parton through her six decades plus at the pinnacle of country music stardom, and they’ll tell you that she’s already earned patron saint status. The acclaimed singer-songwriter didn’t just sit by and wait for something to be done as the terror of
Any time Dolly Parton gets in her “zone” of songwriting, spectacular tunes for the ages flow. The Guinness World Record-honored artist (as the most successful female in music) frequently combines fasting periods with creative getaways. Parton thrives on cycles of writing songs, sleeping, and waking up to do it all again. Only Dolly Parton can
Dolly Parton and Oprah Winfrey go way back. The country music legend and the television and talk show mogul have been gal pals for decades. The singer even convinced Oprah to sing with her on “This Little Light of Mine” in the late 80s on The Dolly Show. These days Oprah has a new gig,
Dolly Parton for Christmas? We will take two servings, please. On CBS, Dolly will debut her anticipated Christmas special. And for fans who want the perfect Dolly Parton present for a loved one? Time Life has released the amazing compilation that covers her entire career to date and it’s stunning. Parton has come a long
To call Dolly Parton a musical marvel is a monumental understatement. In fact, the country music legend who’s been writing songs since before she could talk loves spending time surrounded by monuments. That’s just one of the revelations she makes in a revealing feature for Bustle, highlighting her new coffee table book, Songteller: My Life