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Watch Miley Cyrus Sing Dolly Parton's Classic Song "Jolene" [VIDEO]

Nick Cooper — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 18:39:41 +0000

While Billy Ray Cyrus may not be a huge fan of his daughter Miley’s latest punk rocker style decisions, this performance is something I’m sure papa bear is proud of. In a summer 2012 series called the “Backyard Sessions” (before the hairstyle change), the primarily pop-leaning singer got in touch with her country roots and took [...]

Dolly Parton Makes Stephen Colbert's Dream Come True With 'Love Is Like a Butterfly' Duet

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 21:00:53 +0000

Dolly Parton may be making her media rounds in support of her new book, 'Dream More: Celebrating the Dreamer in You,' but the country icon herself is the one making unlikely dreams come true for others.

Why Pop Artist Kesha Covered Dolly Parton's "Old Flames Can't Hold a Candle to You" Song [Video]

Cathy Kates — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 22:30:13 +0000

If you listen to several genres of music, you may know singer-songwriter and rapper, Ke$sha. You then know by her choice of lyrics, dress and music, it would be highly unlikely that she would choose a Dolly Parton song to cover. But, Dolly's "Old Flames Can't Hold a Candle to You" is near and dear to Ke$sha, here's why.

Dolly Parton Addresses Gay Rumors, Plastic Surgery and More on 'Nightline'

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 17:00:02 +0000

Dolly Parton is one of the most important singer-songwriters in the country genre, as well as one of the best-selling female artists of all time. That success has come at the price of having her personal life subjected to all manner of tabloid scrutiny, and in an interview to promote her new memoir 'Dream More,' the legendary songbird opened up about her career, plastic surgery procedures, and love life -- including the often-repeated rumor that she is secretly gay.

Dolly Parton Dishes on Her 'Trashy' Halloween Costume

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 20:40:37 +0000

Dolly Parton has such a sassy sense of humor, she’s even open to whole-heartedly accepting the fact that she picked up a “trashy” costume for Halloween. Everyone’s favorite country superstar played along with pushy TMZ interviewers recently as they prodded her about her purchase. The site caught the singer outside of Matteo’s restaurant in Los [...]

Dolly Parton Gets Her Own Slot Machines in Las Vegas

Alanna Conaway — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 18:02:24 +0000

Dolly Parton is used to having many things named after her — like her theme park, Dollywood. But now, the country music is being made into a new slot machine in partnership with International Game Technology (IGT). The new machine — Dolly Parton Video Slots – along with Two Doors Down and Nine to Five Spinning [...]

Dolly Parton Celebrates Gold-Selling Album 'An Evening With … Dolly'

Alanna Conaway — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 18:45:13 +0000

It’s hard to believe that Dolly Parton experienced a first in her career last week, so deep into the legendary singer’s success in country music. Friday morning (Aug. 10), Parton’s label — Dolly Records — earned its first gold-selling album for her Cracker Barrel double-disc, ‘An Evening With … Dolly.’ In addition to it being the first big-selling album for her record label, it was also the first gold-selling project for Cracker Barrel.

Library of Congress Adds Dolly Parton's 'Coat of Many Colors' to National Recording Registry

Megan Pacella — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 18:02:05 +0000

Every year, the Library of Congress adds an exclusive group of 25 songs to its National Recording Registry. Based on cultural significance in the preservation of iconic songs in history, the Library of Congress has chosen Dolly Parton‘s ‘Coat of Many Colors’ as one of this year’s honorees, giving the iconic singer-songwriter one more accolade in her already impressive collection of nods and awards.

RIP Donna Summer, Whose Influence Even Impacted Country Music [VIDEO]

David Drew — Fri, 18 May 2012 06:03:30 +0000

It was a sad day in the music industry Thursday as we learned of the passing of Donna Summer at the age of 63. She had been battling cancer, although she kept those details private. She had rightfully been called ‘The Queen Of Disco’, but her influence reached across all genres of music, even into country.

Dolly Parton Reveals What a Woman Who Has Done Everything Plans to Do Next

Billy Dukes — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 19:30:53 +0000

Dolly Parton could write a book on adapting to the times… and maybe she will. The country legend has been a mainstay for over 50 years. She’s done movies, television, theater, pop music, amusement parks, children’s books and — well, how much time do you have? Just this month, Parton released ‘An Evening With … Dolly‘ on DVD and CD through Cracker Barrel Old Country Stores.

Dolly Parton to Release New DVD / CD Collection Through Cracker Barrel

Alanna Conaway — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 18:17:22 +0000

Cracker Barrel Old Country Stores nationwide are getting ready to stock their shelves with a new collection of hit songs from the one and only Dolly Parton. ‘An Evening With … Dolly’ will include a double-disc live DVD and CD from Parton’s recent London performance, set for release on April 2. The two discs will [...]

Dolly Parton Performs Jolene At The Grand Ole' Opry

Cathy Kates — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 17:57:03 +0000

Hey Solid Gold Fans, here's a treat! I was watching some of Dolly's videos and ran across one of her performing "Jolene" on stage at the Grand Ole' Opry. Since she is a staple on the Solid Gold Saturday and Sunday shows, from 6-10a, I thought I'd share. Tune in this week-end for more of your faves from our Legendary Country Artists!

Dolly Parton to Help Launch New Water, Snow Park in Nashville

Brittany Joy Cooper — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:30:44 +0000

Two of Nashville’s biggest entertainment moguls announced last week that they will be partnering for a new 114-acre family entertainment zone in Nashville. Dolly Parton‘s Dollywood Company is embarking on this new project with Gaylord Entertainment, the company that owns the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, as well as the Ryman Auditorium, Wildhorse Saloon, WSM-AM and more of Nashville’s main attractions.

Dolly Parton Raps With Queen Latifah on 'Today'

Brittany Joy Cooper — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 20:00:21 +0000

Appearing on the ‘Today’ show this morning because of their new film ‘Joyful Noise,’ Dolly Parton and Queen Latifah took the descriptor “cross-genre” just one step further. When host Ann Curry pointed out that hip-hop and country had an intersection in the two artists, Parton innocently said, “We never thought about that. We just thought it’d be rap stuff,” and then she jumped right into a rap with Latifah beat-boxing at her side.

Dolly Parton Turns Down 'Dancing With the Stars' Offers

Amanda Hensel — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 15:30:32 +0000

With her dazzling attire and stage-brightening smile, Dolly Parton would seemingly be an ideal celebrity to hit the ‘Dancing With the Stars’ set — she’s even got the costuming down already. Still, the ‘Jolene’ hitmaker does not think she’d be a good fit and has refused several offers to appear on the show.

Dolly Parton Looking to Tell Her Story on Broadway

Billy Dukes — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 14:15:24 +0000

Dolly Parton has the perfect topic for her next try at a Broadway musical: herself. The singer, songwriter and star of the upcoming ‘Joyful Noise’ movie says she’d love to make her personal story of determination and success into a musical, and has even begun to work on it.

Your Favorite Country Artists Decorate Their Homes For The Holidays [VIDEO]

Cathy Kates — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 16:57:20 +0000

Have you ever wondered how Country artists decorate their homes for the holidays? I do. Do they go all out? Do they not put up a lot, because they're out touring and won't be home to enjoy it? Personally, I'm just interested to see what kind of house they live in? Here's a sneak peek at Kellie Pickler, Dolly Parton and other Country artist's decorated homes in Nashville.

An Unlikely Pair, Dolly Parton And Queen Latifah In "Joyful Noise" [VIDEO]

Cathy Kates — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 14:20:24 +0000

It's an unlikely pair, Queen Latifah and Dolly Parton, so it will make for a good movie with outrageous humor. It's called "Joyful Noise" and will be in theaters early next year.

10 Best Dolly Parton Crafts on Etsy

Tony Hart — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 03:17:56 +0000

Country legend Dolly Parton turns 65 years young today. The star has become a bit of a cultural icon in the course of her career, thanks to her signature look of high hair, big curves and heavy makeup. Dolly's even inspired a few artists