Singer-songwriter-actress Dolly Parton, died Tuesday in Nashville at 80. Look back at her seven-decade career at the pinnacle of music stardom that also included iconic movie roles in “9 to 5,” “Steel Magnolias” and more, plus her own TV show, “Dolly.” Her family paid tribute to her, saying, “A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience.
Dolly Parton at the Phil Donahue Show at WGN Television in Chicago, Illinois, April 30, 1977. (Photo by Paul Natkin/Getty Images) Flanked by Johnny Cash, left, and Ronnie Milsap, Dolly Parton accepts the Entertainer of the Year award during the Country Music Association awards in 1978. Dolly Parton on the show ‘Dolly’ in 1987. Les Paul, left, Dolly Parton, Chet Atkins and Freddie Fender at the 19th annual Grammy Awards in 1977.
Dolly Parton poses for a portrait session in 1978. Country music icons Tammy Wynette, left, Loretta Lynn and Dolly Parton perform together in 1980. Dolly Parton with a horse during an after party at Studio 54 in 1978.
Dolly Parton performs at Georgia Tech’s Alexander Memorial Coliseum in 1977 in Atlanta. Director Colin Higgins, left, and Jane Fonda, left, Lily Tomlin and Dolly Parton on the set of the film “9 to 5” in 1979. Dolly Parton poses for a portrait in 1974.
Dolly Parton’s show “Dolly” ran in 1977 and 1978 on ABC. Dolly Parton on her show “Dolly” in the late 1970s. Dolly Parton was interviewed by Barbara Walters in 1977.
Dolly Parton starred with Olympia Dukakis in 1989’s “Steel Magnolias.” Sylvester Stallone co-starred with Dolly Parton in 1984’s “Rhinestone.” Dolly Parton starred in ‘The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas” in 1982. Burt Reynolds co-starred with Dolly Parton in “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas.” Dolly Parton starred in the 2012 musical film “Joyful Noise,” which also starred Queen Latifah and Keke Palmer. Dolly Parton performed at the Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving game in 2023.
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