Dolly Parton wants a part in the movie version of her new book co-written with James Patterson
Preview: In a "CBS Sunday Morning" interview airing March 6, the country superstar talks about her new novel, "Run, Rose, Run," co-authored with Patterson, about the darker side of the music industry.
cbsnews.comDolly Parton’s Dollywood says it will pay all tuition costs for employees pursuing higher education
Herschend Enterprises, Dollywood’s parent company, announced that Dollywood will pay 100 percent of the tuition costs, fees and books for employees who pursue higher education starting Feb. 24.
washingtonpost.comRose McGowan Accused Oprah Winfrey Of Being “As Fake As They Come” In A Scathing Post Just Days After An Uncomfortable Resurfaced Interview Of Oprah Grilling Dolly Parton Went Viral
Rose McGowan called out Oprah in a scathing tweet that also criticized her past relationships with convicted rapist Harvey Weinstein and Russell Simmons, who has been accused of sexual assault and misconduct.View Entire Post ›
news.yahoo.comColumn: A year ago we were singing Bon Jovi out of our windows together. What happened to the unity?
That is, itself, a feat of unity. A year ago most of us didn’t know how to get tested for COVID-19. That millions of Americans are now vaccinated against it is a direct, remarkable result of unity — among scientists, funding donors (Dolly Parton! ), political leaders, health care workers, transportation workers, the National Guard, community advocates and good-hearted souls (Chicago Vaccine Hunters!) volunteering their time to demystify the process, track down appointments and drive folks to get their shots.
chicagotribune.comDolly 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.
"A dose of her own medicine": Dolly Parton receives COVID vaccine she helped fund
Less than a year ago, Dolly Parton donated $1 million to help her friend, Dr. Naji Abumrad, develop the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at Vanderbuilt University. "Vaccine, vaccine, vaccine, vaccine, I'm begging of you please don't hesitate," she sang. "Vaccine, vaccine, vaccine, vaccine, 'cause once you're dead, that's a bit too late." We love hearing @DollyParton sing "vaccine, vaccine, vaccine, vacciiiiiiiinnnnne” on our campus today, just before she got hers. Dolly’s generous support helped fund early research at Vanderbilt Health into what is now a vaccine that’s helping end the pandemic.
cbsnews.comDolly Parton remixes ‘Jolene’ to encourage others to get the COVID vaccine
Dolly 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.
'Vaccine, vaccine': Dolly sings 'Jolene' rewrite before shot
FILE - 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.
A Dolly Parton song could become one state’s official anthem
Join 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.
Fonda says Hollywood needs more diversity after Globes honor
In 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.
Dolly Parton asks Tennessee not to put her statue at Capitol
FILE - 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.