Category: Country Music

Dolly Parton’s Best Movie Performances: Where to Stream

The New York Times – Movies:
In movies like “9 to 5” and “Steel Magnolias,” Parton shined as a version of herself.
The Dollywood Theme Park Captured the Essence of Its Founder

The New York Times – Music:
Her idea to create a “fantasy city” that celebrated her home region turned into a billion-dollar attraction that maintained its authentic feel.
Why Dolly Parton Wouldn’t Let Elvis Presley Record ‘I Will Always Love You’

The New York Times – Music:
When Elvis Presley wanted to record the song, Parton made the hard-nosed decision to protect her ownership of her work.
Dolly Parton Outsmarted Every Dumb-Blonde Joke

The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Nothing a critic or comic said about Parton — and they said plenty — compared with what she said about herself. She stepped on their punchlines and took away their power.
Dolly Parton Was a Trailblazer in Business, Too

The New York Times – Music:
Her vision to launch businesses to bring fans closer while protecting her intellectual property was ahead of her time.
The Dolly Parton Moments That Are Going Viral After Her Death

The New York Times – Music:
After the country music legend died on Tuesday, fans shared clips of their favorite moments of the singer.
Dolly Parton’s One-Day Songwriting Feat

The New York Times – Music:
Two of her defining hits — “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You” — were written in the same day. In different ways, they found sturdy melodies for precarious emotions.
Dolly Parton’s Death Hits Home for Tennesseans: ‘She Was One of Us’

The New York Times – Music:
The country music star kept her home state at the forefront of her music and work. “She inspired Tennesseans to be better,” one resident said.
Dolly Parton Died After Brief Battle With Cancer

The New York Times – Music:
Parton had recently canceled a Las Vegas residency because of health issues. A spokesman said she was admitted to a cancer center in Nashville on Friday.
Dolly Parton Had the Voice, and Concerns, of an Earth Angel

The New York Times – Music:
Parton gave hopeful expression to songs she wrote about the hard times and hard-won triumphs of her life.
Dolly Parton: A Life in Pictures

The New York Times – Music:
Parton made her mark in the country arenas of Nashville, and then crossed over into the pop world, Hollywood and beyond.
Dolly Parton Was Someone We Could All Agree On. Even in Polls.

The New York Times – Music:
Few could match the bipartisan support that Ms. Parton received in public opinion polls. Not even Taylor Swift.