Dolly Parton

The acclaimed Americana duo kicks off a new performance series from the Country Music Hall of Fame. Plus, Welch recalls her beautiful first encounter with Parton at age ten.

Cue up a playlist that takes a deep dive into the icon’s stunning catalog

The eighty-year-old spent her life refusing to be pigeonholed, constantly redefining success and reshaping the world around her to be brighter and more welcoming. Today, we look back at ten ways the icon left her mark.

Four decades later, Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain wonderland still sparkles

Plus a touching new song honoring her partner of six decades, who passed away on March 3

A Natchitoches local shares behind-the-scenes details about the iconic film—and the star’s Southern snack of choice

The country superstar gathers a few dozen relatives for a collection that spans generations and genres. Listen to a premiere of the track “Not Bad.”

The country legend’s new cookbook offers a classic recipe, plus some smart tips

Baking in the American South brings the beloved recipe from Tennessee to your kitchen

The next best thing to eating a cake with Dolly is eating one in the shape of her guitar

Listen to Parton’s glorious take on the classic from a new album honoring the music of Lynyrd Skynyrd. Plus, an interview with former Skynyrd drummer Artimus Pyle

Looking back at a life in rhinestones

The decorated veteran brings family tradition and her aunt’s hustler mentality to the skies and the still

A newbie gets the spirit of the season at Dolly Parton’s theme park

East Nashville’s oldest dive bar celebrates the country icon with a sweet new spot…and, yes, it’s Dolly-approved

They stepped up to the challenge—in memorable ways

Public radio vet Jad Abumrad set out to define Dolly Parton’s influence. He came away with a new nine-part podcast series unpacking the past—and a story that’s still unfolding

In honor of the Opry’s Dolly Week, musicians recommend essential tracks by the Smoky Mountain Songbird

As Dolly Parton marks the fiftieth anniversary of her Grand Ole Opry induction, Music City gathers to celebrate her immeasurable impact—in music and beyond

The icon will be honored as MusiCares Person of the Year and will perform during Sunday’s show