Date of Birth: January 19, 1946 (80)
Birth Place: Sevierville, Tennessee, USA
Latest News on Dolly Parton:
Nashville country artist Hailey Benedict released the new single CHEM HISTORY via Big Loud Records/Local Hay Records. The track was written with Clara Park and Claire Douglas and co-produced by Grammy Award-winning Josh Kerr.
The five leading cast members have been announced for the Broadway production of DOLLY: A True Original Musical, who were hand-picked by Dolly Parton herself.
Nashville singer-songwriter Maddie Lenhart released her debut EP WHY IN THE WORLD, exploring themes of love and loss through six tracks. The project received early recognition, including praise from Sheryl Crow and a No. 31 debut on the iTunes Country chart.
MUSE/IQUE presents a concert exploring American musical tradition from Aaron Copland to Paul Simon, led by Artistic & Music Director Rachael Worby with Brandon Victor Dixon and Liv Redpath.
Country Radio Broadcasters will posthumously present Dolly Parton with its Artist Humanitarian Award, recognizing her philanthropic contributions, according to the organization.
The film starring William Franklyn-Miller as George Washington and featuring Kelsey Grammer and Ben Kingsley is now available on Wonder Project's subscription service on Prime Video.
Brisbane's Melt Festival adds Asha Jefferies, a Dolly Parton celebration night, Onesie World sewing competition, and reveals locations for Florentijn Hofman's 15-metre Rubber Duck installation along the Brisbane River.
Jennifer Hudson discussed being honored at Variety's Power of Women event and shared an emotional Dolly Parton tribute performance on her talk show.
Emmy Award honoree Kelli Finglass, who has directed the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders for 35 years, will deliver the opening monologue at a Broadway performance of CHICAGO.
Country music group LITTLE BIG TOWN kicked off their North American FOR THE ART OF IT Tour in support of their new album IT'S A DYING ART, with stops planned across major cities through November.
Dolly Parton's Cup of Ambition coffee line, developed with Community Coffee, is now available for purchase nationwide through multiple retailers online.
Stand-up comedian Bobby Collins will perform at Comedy Works South at the Landmark in Greenwood Village, Colorado. Collins has appeared on shows including The Tonight Show and Letterman and has toured with entertainment figures including Frank Sinatra and Dolly Parton.
Gateway Playhouse in Somers Point held a Dolly Parton-themed performance of 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL, with attendees in cowboy attire and rhinestones. The theater collected $700 in donations for Parton's Imagination Library during the special event.
Carrie St. Louis will play her final performance in Just In Time on Broadway in October. The production's current 'Sandra Dee' took to Instagram to share that she will depart the show.
Brandi Carlile will tour with bandmates Phil and Tim Hanseroth this fall, performing fan-requested setlists at historic theaters including stops in Portland, Tucson, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Kansas City, and Port Chester. General ticket sales begin October 2.
Rockers On Broadway will celebrate its 33rd anniversary with Rockers 33 at Sony Hall in New York City, honoring rock legend Corey Glover and Ambassador of Rock, Jeff Gerson.
Brandi Carlile will launch her BURN THE SETLIST trio tour this fall with bandmates Phil and Tim Hanseroth, featuring fan-requested setlists at historic venues including Portland's Revolution Hall, Tucson's Rialto Theatre, and Milwaukee's Pabst Theater. Tickets go on sale October 2.
Performers cover Aretha Franklin, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Billy Joel, Dolly Parton, Fleetwood Mac, Michael Jackson, Joni Mitchell and Stevie Wonder in new clips from 54 Below's 70s tribute concert.
54 Below will present performances featuring Broadway talent including cast members from Diana The Musical, Heathers, and Illinoise, alongside Tony Award nominees and performers from hit shows.
Brandi Carlile released the deluxe edition of RETURNING TO MYSELF (SAD GAY VERSION) digitally, featuring reimagined versions of all ten original songs and a collaboration with Jon Hopkins on the single Human.
