After graduating from Sevier County High School in 1964, Parton moved to Nashville the next day. Randy had several country songs in the 1970s and 1980s, including one he recorded for the soundtrack of Dollys 1984 movie, Rhinestone. She continued to make inroads on the pop chart as well. She displayed an aptitude and passion for music at an early age, and as a child she was a . [108] She received nominations for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress Motion Picture Musical or Comedy and a Golden Globe Award for New Star of the Year Actress. [125], In December 2022, Parton appeared in an NBC special titled "Dolly Parton's Mountain Magic Christmas. [60] Parton initially declined the nomination believing that the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame was "for the people in rock music",[61][62] but after learning that this was not the case Parton said she would accept her induction if she were chosen for the honor. Edit Search New Search Filters (1) To get better results, add more information such as Birth Info, Death Info and Locationeven a guess will help. Her father was a subsistence farmer and construction worker, and her mother was a homemaker for their large family. Please try again. It was previously a hit for Parton and was included on her 1980 album Dolly, Dolly, Dolly. [5], Parton has described her family as being "dirt poor". And the last. "Sweet Summer Lovin'" (1979) became the first Parton single in two years to not top the country chart (though it did reach the Top10). This song was released to help keep the spirits up of those affected by the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic. Her commercial success grew in 1980, with three consecutive country chart number-one hits: the Donna Summer-written "Starting Over Again", "Old Flames Can't Hold a Candle to You", and "9to5", which topped the country and pop charts in early 1981. [184] In response to a 2021 proposal by the Tennessee legislature to erect a statue of Parton, she released a statement asking the legislature to remove the bill from consideration, saying "Given all that is going on in the world, I don't think putting me on a pedestal is appropriate at this time. Parton starred along with James Woods in Straight Talk (1992), which received mixed reviews, and grossed a mild $21million at the box office. [38][39], On October 27, 2009, Parton released a four-CD box set, Dolly, which featured 99 songs and spanned most of her career. She has composed over 3,000 songs, including "I Will Always Love You" (a two-time U.S. country chart-topper, as well as an international pop hit for Whitney Houston), "Jolene", "Coat of Many Colors", and "9to5". Dollys career hits include her solo trackslike Joshua, Jolene and the bitter sweet Here You Come Again and lastly the evergreen hit I will always love you which is one of her signature performances till date. Click here to Start FameChaining. Partons uncle Bill, her mothers younger brother, took an interest in her and would drive her to and fro to county fairs, local radio and TV stations, and even to the city of Nashville. 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Parton has repeatedly joked about her physical image and surgeries, saying, "It takes a lot of money to look this cheap. [132], Parton and Dean helped raise several of Parton's younger siblings in Nashville, leading her nieces and nephews to refer to them as "Uncle Peepaw" and "Aunt Granny"; the latter a moniker that later lent its name to one of Parton's Dollywood restaurants. Her literacy program, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library,[134] a part of the Dollywood Foundation, mails one book per month to each enrolled child from the time of their birth until they enter kindergarten. [168][169], At the American Music Awards, she has won three awards out of 18 nominations. McEntire and Reese Witherspoon also came to pay tribute. Explore how the celebrity world connects. The result, 1977's Here You Come Again, became her first million-seller, topping the country album chart and reaching number 20 on the pop chart. In 1979, she received an Emmy award nomination as "Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Variety Program" for her guest appearance in a Cher special. A comedy film about a country music star's efforts to mould an unknown into a music sensation, the film was a critical and financial failure, making just over $21million on a $28million budget. She also has been nominated for two Academy Awards and a Tony Award. She appeared in the Grand Ole Opry and made her debut on Knoxville, a TV show. [97] Ambassador Theatre Group announced a 2012 UK tour for Dolly Parton's 9to5: The Musical, commencing at Manchester Opera House, on October 12, 2012. 1982, Quincy Jones{ "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Person", "name": "Quincy Jones", "gender": "Male" } 20 Jul 1942) Dean, Edgar Henry Emert Emert, Barbara (b. Born to a poor family, Dolly didnt have much exposure and the only exposure to music was from her mother, who sang too. She appeared as herself in 2000 on the Halloween episode of Bette Midler's short-lived sitcom Bette, and on episode 14 of Babes (produced by Sandollar Productions, Parton and Sandy Gallin's joint production company). 1960, Elizabeth Taylor{ "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Person", "name": "Elizabeth Taylor", "gender": "Female" } All relationship and family history information shown on FameChain has been compiled from data in the public domain. At 13, she was recording (the single "Puppy Love") on a small Louisiana label, Goldband Records,[18] and appeared at the Grand Ole Opry, where she first met Johnny Cash, who encouraged her to follow her own instincts regarding her career.[19]. Her first entirely self-produced effort, New HarvestFirst Gathering (1977), highlighted her pop sensibilities, both in terms of choice of songs the album contained covers of the pop and R&B classics "My Girl" and "Higher and Higher" and production. But my hero was my aunt Dorothy Jo. [51] At the ceremony itself, Parton was honored with the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award, which was presented by Lily Tomlin and preceded by a tribute featuring Jennifer Nettles, Pentatonix, Reba McEntire, Kacey Musgraves, Carrie Underwood and Martina McBride. She also has said in interviews that, although it appears they spend little time together, it is simply that nobody sees him publicly. 1979, John Lennon{ "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Person", "name": "John Lennon", "gender": "Male" } Parton co-starred with Queen Latifah in the musical film Joyful Noise (2012),[115] playing a choir director's widow who joins forces with Latifah's character, a mother of two teens, to save a small Georgia town's gospel choir. The second version was a number one country hit and also reached number 53 on the pop charts. 2002, Paul McCartney{ "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Person", "name": "Paul McCartney", "gender": "Male" } As an actress, she has starred in films such as 9to5 (1980) and The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1982), for which she earned Golden Globe nominations for Best Actress, as well as Rhinestone (1984), Steel Magnolias (1989), Straight Talk (1992) and Joyful Noise (2012). Is it still there? She wants to continue her legacy if for no other reason than it will help to continue to set up her family for yearsgenerationsto come. [40] She released her second live DVD and album, Live From London in October 2009, which was filmed during her sold-out 2008 concerts at London's The O2 Arena. At the Country Music Association, she has won ten awards out of 42 nominations. At the Academy of Country Music, she has won seven awards and 39 nominations. [154] The report cited the impact of the monthly financial disbursements from the "My People Fund" on residents' emergency savings: "Following the monthly disbursements of unconditional cash assistance, participants were able to return to baseline financial stability reported prior to the wildfire, and improve their ability to set aside savings for hypothetical future emergencies. Dolly Rebecca Parton was born January 19, 1946, in a one-room cabin on the banks of the Little Pigeon River in Pittman Center, Tennessee. In February 2011, she announced that she would embark on the Better Day World Tour on July 17, 2011, with shows in northern Europe and the U.S.[41] The album's lead-off single, "Together You and I", was released on May 23, 2011, and Better Day was released on June 28, 2011. "[78], Parton, though influenced by big name stars, often credits much of her inspiration to her family and community. In a 2009 interview, singer Connie Francis revealed that Dolly had been contacting her for years in an attempt to film the singer's life story. In 1989, Parton returned to film acting in Steel Magnolias (1989), based on the play of the same name by Robert Harling. Wrong username or password. "[185], In late 2022, Parton received a $100-million Courage and Civility Award from the founder of Amazon, Jeff Bezos. William Addams Reitwiesner [email protected] EXTRACTS from the U.S. FEDERAL DECENNIAL CENSUS Parton was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 1969, and in 1986 was named one of Ms. Magazine's Women of the Year. Her family members, especially on her mother Avie Lees side, were all singers and played various instruments. For her work in literacy, Parton has received various awards, including Association of American Publishers Honors Award (2000), Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval (2001) (the first time the seal had been awarded to a person), American Association of School Administrators Galaxy Award (2002), National State Teachers of the Year Chasing Rainbows Award (2002), and Parents as Teachers National Center Child and Family Advocacy Award (2003). [23] The pair continued to release duet albums, their final release being 1975's Say Forever You'll Be Mine. The three brothers never pursued entertainment and led relatively private lives. Dolly was born to Robert and Avie Lee. She has had 25 singles reach no. "[131], On May 6, 2016, Parton announced that she and her husband would renew their vows in honor of their 50th wedding anniversary later in the month. For their performance, they were nominated at the 2014 Grammy Awards for Grammy Award for Best Country Duo/Group Performance. [45] In 2014, Parton embarked on the Blue Smoke World Tour in support of her 42nd studio album, Blue Smoke. Dolly Parton opened up about her Christmas traditions and explained why she "always wants a live tree " for the holidays. In 2005, she released Those Were The Days consisting of her interpretations of hits from the folk-rock era of the late 1960s and early 1970s, including "Imagine", "Where Do the Children Play? [14] The film earned her a second nomination for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress Motion Picture Musical or Comedy. The documentary, a co-production of Netflix and the BBC, takes its name from Parton's 1971 song. Dolly was born to Robert and Avie Lee. Waking up with aches and pains some mornings reminds her this is the right choice. A highly publicized candid interview on a Barbara Walters Special in 1977 (timed to coincide with Here You Come Again's release) was followed by appearances in 1978 on Cher's ABC television special, and her own joint special with Carol Burnett on CBS, Dolly & Carol in Nashville. The original post on Instagram[54] went viral after celebrities posted their own versions of the so-called Dolly Parton challenge on social media. Should you have information that conflicts with anything shown please make us aware by email. Edit Search New Search Jump to Filters. She has founded a number of charitable and philanthropic organizations, chief among which is the Dollywood Foundation, which manages a number of projects to bring education and poverty relief to East Tennessee where she grew up. Reports suggest Prince Charles will live "in a flat above the shop" when he becomes king. Wagoner convinced his label, RCA Victor, to sign her. Parton herself contributed a re-recording of the title song, originally the title song for her first RCA album in 1968. Her heritage. In 2014, she performed at the Red Tent Womens Conference in Tennessee with Dolly and Stella. [124], In July 2022, Parton appeared as a simulation of herself on sci-fi show The Orville in the episode "Midnight Blue". After New Harvest's disappointing crossover performance, Parton turned to high-profile pop producer Gary Klein for her next album. It is believed to be correct at the time of inputting and is presented here in good faith. She was nominated for an Emmy Award for her appearance in a 1978 Cher television special. Dolly Rebecca Parton, the iconic Country music singer, is known famously for her blonde tresses, petite stature and welcoming personality. Wagoner persuaded Parton to record Jimmie Rodgers' "Mule Skinner Blues", a gimmick that worked. (2005) Due to the song's (and film's) acceptance of a transgender woman, Parton received death threats. In addition to her performing appearances on The Porter Wagoner Show in the 1960s and into the 1970s, her two self-titled television variety shows in the 1970s and 1980s, and on American Idol in 2008 and other guest appearances, Parton has had television roles. [99] She is one of only six female artists (including Reba McEntire, Barbara Mandrell, Shania Twain, Loretta Lynn, and Taylor Swift), to win the Country Music Association's highest honor, Entertainer of the Year (1978). [156], In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Parton donated $1million towards research at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and encouraged those who can afford it to make similar donations. The album revitalized Parton's music career, spending five weeks at number one on Billboard's Country Albums chart, and also reached the Top10 on Billboard's Top200 Albums chart. Grammy Awards. 1 on the Billboard country music charts, a record for a female artist (tied with Reba McEntire). On May 8, 2009, Parton gave the commencement speech at the graduation ceremony for the University of Tennessee, Knoxville's College of Arts and Sciences. Later, she and sisters Cassie and Stella formed a gospel singing trio. She continued to have hits with "Heartbreaker" (1978), "Baby I'm Burning" (1979) and "You're the Only One" (1979)all of which charted in the pop Top40 and topped the country chart. It's the first for both of us. In late 1981, Parton began filming her second film, the musical film The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1982). [175] In 2002, she ranked no. 1960, Zsa Zsa Gabor{ "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Person", "name": "Zsa Zsa Gabor", "gender": "Female" } [83] Reflecting on her multi-instrumental abilities, Parton said, "I play some of everything. 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