Dolly Parton
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Hall of Famer
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Pittman Center
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TN
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USA
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DIED
Dolly Parton is a singer, songwriter, actress, author, businesswoman, and philanthropist. A country music icon, she's known for hits like "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You," her Dollywood theme park, and her Imagination Library literacy program. She is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Current Tour & Setlist
Dolly Parton's symphonic tour Threads: My Songs in Symphony begins in January 2026 and visits cities including Denver, Nashville, and Kansas City. The headlining tour features various local orchestras and vocalists with a setlist expected to include classics like Jolene, 9 to 5, and I Will Always Love You.
Early Life
Born the fourth of twelve children in a one-room Tennessee cabin, Dolly Parton grew up singing in her grandfather’s Pentecostal church and performing on local radio before moving to Nashville immediately after high school.
Career Highlights
After moving to Nashville in 1964, Dolly Parton found initial success as a songwriter before her solo career took off with her 1967 debut album Hello, I'm Dolly and a high-profile spot on The Porter Wagoner Show. Her superstardom was cemented by chart-toppers like Jolene and I Will Always Love You, alongside a successful transition into film with 9 to 5. Beyond her music, fans celebrate her business acumen with the opening of Dollywood and her extensive philanthropy through the Imagination Library. She has a reported net worth of $650 million.
Family & Personal Life
Dolly Parton married her only husband, Carl Dean, in 1966 and remained with him until his death in 2025. Although the couple never had children, Dolly is the godmother of singer Miley Cyrus and has several famous siblings including Stella, Randy, and Rachel Parton. She has recently stated she does not intend to date or remarry.
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