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WATCH: Roanoke store celebrates Dolly Parton by donating to local arts
Read full article: WATCH: Roanoke store celebrates Dolly Parton by donating to local artsThe Queen of Country Dolly Parton just had her 79th birthday last weekend and Mast General Store is still celebrating by supporting local arts.
Dolly Parton sings her family's story on 'Smoky Mountain DNA.' She says it is her 'favorite album'
Read full article: Dolly Parton sings her family's story on 'Smoky Mountain DNA.' She says it is her 'favorite album'Dolly Parton’s musical story starts further back than most might expect — to the British Isles of the 1600s.
Death toll from Hurricane Helene rises to 227 as grim task of recovering bodies continues
Read full article: Death toll from Hurricane Helene rises to 227 as grim task of recovering bodies continuesThe death toll from Hurricane Helene has inched up to 227 as the grim task of recovering bodies continues more than a week after the monster storm ravaged the U.S. Southeast.
Dolly Parton and Dollywood donate $2 million to Helene relief efforts
Read full article: Dolly Parton and Dollywood donate $2 million to Helene relief effortsDolly Parton announced on Friday that she would donate $1 million to the Mountain Ways Foundation in order to provide assistance to Hurricane Helene flood victims.
Inside NBC's Olympics bet on pop culture in Paris, with help from Snoop Dogg and Cardi B
Read full article: Inside NBC's Olympics bet on pop culture in Paris, with help from Snoop Dogg and Cardi BNBC has partnered with several entertainers and non-Olympic athletes like Megan Thee Stallion, Dolly Parton and Peyton Manning to promote the Paris Games this summer.
Dabney Coleman, actor who specialized in curmudgeons, dies at 92
Read full article: Dabney Coleman, actor who specialized in curmudgeons, dies at 92Dabney Coleman, the mustachioed character actor who specialized in smarmy villains like the chauvinist boss in “9 to 5” and the nasty TV director in “Tootsie,” has died.
Beyoncé shares 'Cowboy Carter' track list ahead of album, mentions Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson
Read full article: Beyoncé shares 'Cowboy Carter' track list ahead of album, mentions Dolly Parton and Willie NelsonOn Wednesday, Beyoncé shared the track list for her forthcoming album, “Act ll: Cowboy Carter.”.
What to stream this weekend: 'Avatar: The Last Airbender,' 'Priscilla' and Dolly Parton's puppies
Read full article: What to stream this weekend: 'Avatar: The Last Airbender,' 'Priscilla' and Dolly Parton's puppiesThis week’s new streaming entertainment releases include albums from MGMT and Allie X, “Avatar: The Last Airbender” gets the live-action treatment from Netflix and the seventh and final season begins of the hospital drama “The Good Doctor.”.
Tennessee governor, music leaders launch push to protect songwriters and other artists against AI
Read full article: Tennessee governor, music leaders launch push to protect songwriters and other artists against AITennessee Gov. Bill Lee has unveiled new legislation designed to protect songwriters, performers and other music industry professionals against the potential dangers of artificial intelligence.
What's streaming now: Dolly Parton rocks out, Godzilla stomps, 'The Crown' returns, 'Rustin' marches
Read full article: What's streaming now: Dolly Parton rocks out, Godzilla stomps, 'The Crown' returns, 'Rustin' marchesThis week’s new entertainment releases include an album of rock songs by Dolly Parton, the first half of the final season of “The Crown” returns to Netflix and three dudes from “Saturday Night Live” get their first feature-film shot.
Dolly Parton celebrates Paris Olympics with "We Are the Champions" cover
Read full article: Dolly Parton celebrates Paris Olympics with "We Are the Champions" coverDolly Parton and NBCUniversal collaboarte on music video for "We Are the Champions/We Will Rock You" to promote one year until the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
Lainey Wilson triumphs at Academy of Country Music Awards; Chris Stapleton wins top honor
Read full article: Lainey Wilson triumphs at Academy of Country Music Awards; Chris Stapleton wins top honorChris Stapleton has won entertainer of the year at the Academy of Country Music Awards on a night where Lainey Wilson was a dominant force.
Wisconsin school bans Miley, Dolly duet from class concert
Read full article: Wisconsin school bans Miley, Dolly duet from class concertAdministrators at a Wisconsin elementary school aren't letting a first-grade class perform a Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton duet promoting LGBTQ acceptance because they say the song could be seen as controversial.
Musicians fight threat of Tennessee anti-LGBTQ, drag bills
Read full article: Musicians fight threat of Tennessee anti-LGBTQ, drag billsTennessee has long championed its musical and creative communities, but some musicians and artists feel threatened by its new laws targeting trans youth and drag performances.
Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy celebrates 20th anniversary
Read full article: Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy celebrates 20th anniversaryDolly Parton proudly accepted the Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy at Gotham Hall Thursday night, saying she was “proud and honored to be a part of anything that is going to make the world a better place.”.
‘If you are what you eat, then why not be sweet:’ Dolly Parton releases baking collection
Read full article: ‘If you are what you eat, then why not be sweet:’ Dolly Parton releases baking collectionThanks to a collaboration between Dolly Paton and Duncan Hines, bakers can now get a sweet taste of some Southern Recipes, according to the Duncan Hines website.
Dolly Parton, Eminem, Richie get into Rock Hall of Fame
Read full article: Dolly Parton, Eminem, Richie get into Rock Hall of FameEminem, Lionel Richie, Carly Simon, Eurythmics, Duran Duran and Pat Benatar have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a list that also includes Dolly Parton, who initially resisted the honor.
Generations sing to Joni Mitchell in pre-Grammys tribute
Read full article: Generations sing to Joni Mitchell in pre-Grammys tributeGenerations of artists paid tribute to the five-decade career of Joni Mitchell, who was honored as the MusiCares Person of the Year at a gala two days before the Grammys.
Rock Hall of Fame to Dolly: Voters will decide if you're in
Read full article: Rock Hall of Fame to Dolly: Voters will decide if you're inDolly Parton is still on the list of this year’s nominations for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame despite the country icon asking to be removed because she hasn’t “earned that right.”.
Khan, Lauper, Beck to play MusiCares Joni Mitchell tribute
Read full article: Khan, Lauper, Beck to play MusiCares Joni Mitchell tributeChaka Khan, Cyndi Lauper and Beck will be among those performing in tribute to Joni Mitchell when she’s honored as the 2022 MusiCares Person of the Year by the Recording Academy.
‘I don’t feel that I have earned that right’: Dolly Parton declines Rock Hall of Fame nomination
Read full article: ‘I don’t feel that I have earned that right’: Dolly Parton declines Rock Hall of Fame nominationDolly Parton has announced she is pulling out of this year’s nominations for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, saying she hasn’t “earned that right.”.
Morgan Wallen wins at ACM Awards; Lambert wins top prize
Read full article: Morgan Wallen wins at ACM Awards; Lambert wins top prizeMorgan Wallen won album of the year at the Academy of Country Music Awards for “Dangerous: The Double Album,” a year after he was removed from the ACMs ballot after he was caught on camera using a racial slur.
New this week: Plenty of Dolly Parton and 'Lucy and Desi'
Read full article: New this week: Plenty of Dolly Parton and 'Lucy and Desi'This week’s new entertainment releases include an album and companion book by Dolly Parton, the comedy-thriller “Fresh” starring Daisy Edgar-Jones, and Roger Allam playing a French crime-buster in “Murder in Provence.”.
Parton, Gabby Barrett, Jimmie Allen to perform at ACM Awards
Read full article: Parton, Gabby Barrett, Jimmie Allen to perform at ACM AwardsDolly Parton, Jimmie Allen and Gabby Barrett will be pulling double duty with special performances on top of their hosting duties at this year’s Academy of Country Music Awards.
‘Do it for the phones’: Dolly Parton, Miley Cyrus sing to make sure 5G phones shine their brightest
Read full article: ‘Do it for the phones’: Dolly Parton, Miley Cyrus sing to make sure 5G phones shine their brightestCountry Queen Dolly Parton and American songwriter Miley Cyrus are joining forces to fight the good fight for 5G phones.
Miley Cyrus, Green Day span decades in pre-Super Bowl show
Read full article: Miley Cyrus, Green Day span decades in pre-Super Bowl showMiley Cyrus has only been alive for about half the Super Bowls ever played, but her setlist on the eve of the 56th spanned the whole history of the big game and then some.
Dolly Parton, Eminem, Lionel Richie among Rock Hall nominees
Read full article: Dolly Parton, Eminem, Lionel Richie among Rock Hall nomineesDolly Parton, Eminem, Lionel Richie, Duran Duran and A Tribe Called Quest are among this year’s first-time nominees for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Pittsylvania County native reflects on performing Dolly Parton tribute on ‘The Tonight Show’
Read full article: Pittsylvania County native reflects on performing Dolly Parton tribute on ‘The Tonight Show’The 51-year-old earned the opportunity after winning a tribute competition on E! called “Clash of the Cover Bands.'
Pittsylvania County native honoring Dolly Parton on ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon’
Read full article: Pittsylvania County native honoring Dolly Parton on ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon’Karen Hester says she’ll perform a medley of patron’s hits Wednesday night, on what happens to be the music icon’s 76th birthday.
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BTS suits, Katy Perry dress to be sold at charity auction
Read full article: BTS suits, Katy Perry dress to be sold at charity auctionThe custom suits BTS wore for their Grammy Awards performance earlier this year are among the items that will be sold at an auction benefitting the Recording Academy's MusiCares charity.
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Dolly Parton raises $700,000 to help residents impacted by Tennessee flood damage
Read full article: Dolly Parton raises $700,000 to help residents impacted by Tennessee flood damageCountry Queen Dolly Parton and her businesses have raised $700,000 to help residents affected by the sudden flooding in Tennessee that left more than 20 people dead in late August.
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Dollywood earns Best Christmas Event for 13th consecutive year along with three other Golden Ticket Awards
Read full article: Dollywood earns Best Christmas Event for 13th consecutive year along with three other Golden Ticket AwardsOn Thursday, an esteemed Tennessee park won more awards than any other park during the Golden Ticket Awards virtual ceremony.
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Dolly Parton teams up with Jeni’s Ice Cream for a signature flavor
Read full article: Dolly Parton teams up with Jeni’s Ice Cream for a signature flavorJoin Lindsey and Rachel as they chat about how a Virginia elementary school unofficially broke a record, how a man found a venomous snake in his Aldi lettuce, and how you can eat Dolly Parton’s newest ice cream flavor.
11 women who should already be in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Read full article: 11 women who should already be in the Rock & Roll Hall of FameWhile the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is known for celebrating excellence in music history, it’s not know for celebrating musicians of a certain category: Women.
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Chipotle’s latest offering isn’t designed to fill your appetite
Read full article: Chipotle’s latest offering isn’t designed to fill your appetiteJoin Bridget and Lindsey as they chat about Chipotle’s limited-edition makeup collection, the hit TV show “Friends” reunion finally happening, and Dolly being nominated for another Grammy.
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Dolly Parton on her 50th Grammy nod: 'It's always special'
Read full article: Dolly Parton on her 50th Grammy nod: 'It's always special'FILE - Dolly Parton performs in concert on May 27, 2014, in Knoxville, Tenn. It's been 51 years since Dolly Parton earned her first Grammy nomination, and this year the national treasure who has won nine Grammys throughout her career is competing for her 50th honor. (Photo by Wade Payne/Invision/AP, File)NEW YORK – It's been 51 years since Dolly Parton earned her first Grammy nomination, and this year the national treasure who has won nine Grammys throughout her career is competing for her 50th honor. Parton's first Grammy nomination was at the 1970 show for “Just Someone I Used to Know,” a duet with Porter Wagoner. An updated version of “Jolene" won Parton and a cappella group Pentatonix a trophy.
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Dolly Parton remixes ‘Jolene’ to encourage others to get the COVID vaccine
Read full article: Dolly Parton remixes ‘Jolene’ to encourage others to get the COVID vaccineDolly Parton received the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine on March 2, 2021. Parton tweeted out the photo to her more than 5 million followers. Count Dolly Parton among the millions of Americans who have now received the COVID-19 vaccine. On Tuesday, the Country music legend tweeted out a video of her getting a dose of the Moderna vaccine. [Tennessee bill aims to make ‘Amazing Grace’ sung by Dolly Parton an official state song]‘Vaccine, vaccine, vaccine, vaccine.
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'Vaccine, vaccine': Dolly sings 'Jolene' rewrite before shot
Read full article: 'Vaccine, vaccine': Dolly sings 'Jolene' rewrite before shotFILE - Dolly Parton arrives at the 61st annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 10, 2019, in Los Angeles. The Grammy-winning singer, actor and humanitarian posted a video on Tuesday, March 2, 2021, of her singing just before getting her COVID-19 vaccine shot. Parton donated $1 million to Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee for coronavirus research. It goes, ‘Vaccine, vaccine, vaccine, vaccine, I’m begging of you please don't hesitate,'" the actor, singer and humanitarian sang in a social media post on Tuesday, just before receiving her shot. In 2020, she donated $1 million to Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee, for coronavirus research.
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A Dolly Parton song could become one state’s official anthem
Read full article: A Dolly Parton song could become one state’s official anthemJoin Bridget and Lindsey as they talk about Dolly Parton’s “Amazing Grace” potentially being an official state song, the five things The Everygirl won’t be wearing after quarantine, and Anya Taylor-Joy’s show-stopping dress from The Golden Globes.
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Fonda says Hollywood needs more diversity after Globes honor
Read full article: Fonda says Hollywood needs more diversity after Globes honorIn this video grab issued Sunday, Feb. 28, 2021, by NBC, Jane Fonda accepts the Cecil B. deMille Award at the Golden Globe Awards. (NBC via AP)LOS ANGELES – Just like in her career, Jane Fonda used the Golden Globes’ platform to speak on deeper issues calling for greater diversity in Hollywood while praising the “community of storytellers” as she accepted the Cecil B. DeMille Award. While wearing an all-white suit, Fonda raised the Globes’ highest honor above her head Sunday before commending storytellers for their vital role in troubled times. She is the daughter of Oscar winner Henry Fonda, who died in 1982, and sister of Peter Fonda, who died in 2019. She launched IndieCollect’s Jane Fonda Fund for Women Directors, an organization aimed to support the restoration of films helmed by women from around the world.
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Dolly Parton asks Tennessee not to put her statue at Capitol
Read full article: Dolly Parton asks Tennessee not to put her statue at CapitolFILE - Dolly Parton performs in concert on July 31, 2015, in Nashville, Tenn. Parton is asking Tennessee lawmakers to withdraw a bill that would erect a statue of her on the Capitol grounds in Nashville. In a statement released Thursday, Parton says that given current events, she doesn't think being put on a pedestal is appropriate at this time. (Photo by Wade Payne/Invision/AP, File)NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Dolly Parton is asking Tennessee lawmakers to withdraw a bill that would erect a statue of her on the Capitol grounds in Nashville. Democratic Rep. John Mark Windle introduced the bill last month that aims to honor Parton “for all that she has contributed to this state." (She’s) a passionate person who loves everyone, and everyone loves her.”In her Thursday statement, Parton thanked the legislature for their consideration of the bill and said she was honored and humbled by their intentions.
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Wait, ‘I Will Always Love You’ was written about what?
Read full article: Wait, ‘I Will Always Love You’ was written about what?Arguably one of the most famous of love songs, “I Will Always Love You” doesn’t have the back story you might have imagined it did. What most people probably aren’t aware of, is what the song was actually written about. “There was a lot of grief and heartache there, and he just wasn’t listening to my reasoning for my going,” Parton told CMT in a 2011 interview. She went on to record her next album, which featured “I Will Always Love You.” It became a multiple-time No. It’s been one of the biggest songs ever.”AdAs much as we’d love to pick a favorite, we just can’t.
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Super Bowl in Tampa creates 'craziness' outside, inside
Read full article: Super Bowl in Tampa creates 'craziness' outside, insideThey arrived in Orlando on Friday and drove 90 minutes to Tampa the following day to “check out the scene” and grab dinner. “The cardboard fans actually make it look like it’s full,” said Tampa native and longtime Bucs season-ticket holder Matt Geer. Tampa Mayor Jane Castor issued an executive order last month requiring masks to be worn outside in the city’s most popular entertainment and recreation areas during Super Bowl festivities and the days following the event. It was his first Super Bowl since 1969 in Miami. Goodman’s oldest son, Lee, fell in love with the Buccaneers while playing video games and wanting nothing more than to see them in the Super Bowl for the first time in 18 years.
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A sexy Alexa, Dan Levy's M&M habit: Super Bowl ads to watch
Read full article: A sexy Alexa, Dan Levy's M&M habit: Super Bowl ads to watchIt might not have seemed likely early in the pandemic, but the 55th Super Bowl Sunday is upon us yet again. Amazon shows off a sexy new body for its Alexa assistant, Dan Levy apologizes for eating M&M's and Bud Light Seltzer Lemonade makes a downpour of lemons a metaphor for 2020's troubles. AdInspiration4 “ Join Us "In what is surely a first in Super Bowl history, an ad for Inspiration4, a SpaceX supported all-civilian space mission touts a chance for viewers to join the mission. Dan Levy of “Schitt’s Creek” apologizes to the M&M anthropomorphic characters that are Super Bowl mainstays and says he promises not to “eat any more of their friends." And E-Trade, famous for the talking baby ads it ran in the Super Bowl from 2008 until they “retired" in 2014, is back in the big game with an undisclosed ad.
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Dolly Parton on Super Bowl commercial and COVID-19 vaccine
Read full article: Dolly Parton on Super Bowl commercial and COVID-19 vaccineThe Grammy-winning legend's 1980s hit has been flipped by Squarespace — a company that helps users build and host their own websites — for a Super Bowl commercial debuting Tuesday. I’m really happy. I’m going to get mine though, but I’m going to wait. I’m going to get mine. I’m going to get it.