Shes written several books, including the memoir, Tell It Sister, Tell It: Memories, Music and Miracles, to go along with three cookbooks. According to an interview she did with NPR's Terry Gross, she started writing songs at the tender age of seven, got her first guitar at eight, and began performing on television at 10. Dolly's parents raised their family in a two-bedroom log cabin without electricity. Her influence on pop culture is reflected by the many performers covering her songs, including mainstream and crossover artists such as Olivia Newton-John, Emmylou Harris, and Linda Ronstadt.[23]. Randy was also known for performing in the Dollywood a cappella group, Honey Creek. Dolly tied the knot with dapper fianc Carl Thomas Dean on May 30th 1966. The eldest of all the 12 kids, Willadeene was like a second mother to the family. Little Sparrow, Halos & Horns, For God and Country, Better Day, Those Were The Days, and Live and Well are all available for online listening. "Sweet Summer Lovin'" (1979) became the first Parton single in two years to not top the country chart (though it did reach the Top10). [24] With Wagoner's assistance, however, Parton was eventually accepted. The duo met at a Laundromat two years prior to their wedding. [151], The impact of the fund's financial relief for the 2016 wildfire victims was studied by University of Tennessee College of Social Work professor Stacia West, who examined the impact of cash transfers in poverty alleviation. My mother had that old-timey voice, and she used to sing all these songs that were brought over from the Old World. The documentary, a co-production of Netflix and the BBC, takes its name from Parton's 1971 song. "[79] Of course, fellow singers also had an impact on Parton, describing George Jones as her "all time favorite singer",[80] and recognizing her love for other artists such as Kitty Wells, Roy Acuff, and Rose Maddox. She is also in a select group to have received at least one nomination from the Academy Awards, Grammy Awards, Tony Awards, and Emmy Awards. 1960, Elizabeth Taylor{ "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Person", "name": "Elizabeth Taylor", "gender": "Female" } A re-recorded version of "I Will Always Love You", from the feature film The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1982) scraped the Top50 that year and her duet with Kenny Rogers, "Islands in the Stream" (written by the Bee Gees and produced by Barry Gibb), spent two weeks at number one in 1983. For the next two years, she had numerous solo hits including her signature song "Coat of Many Colors" (number four, 1971) in addition to her duets. "[160] Parton strongly encouraged everyone to get vaccinated when eligible and performed a song celebrating her vaccination, set to the tune of her song "Jolene". On December 3, 2006, Parton received the Kennedy Center Honors from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts for her lifetime of contributions to the arts. She has the distinction of having performed on a top-five country hit in each of the last five decades and is tied with Reba McEntire as the only country artists with No. [157] She said "I'm a very proud girl today to know I had anything at all to do with something that's going to help us through this crazy pandemic. Dollywood is the 24th-most-popular theme park in the United States, with three million visitors per year. The youngest brother, Floyd has been Dolly's longtime songwriting partner. This song was released to help keep the spirits up of those affected by the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic. Parton's middle name comes from her maternal great-great-grandmother Rebecca (Dunn) Whitted. Sister of Willadeene Buzzeo; David Wilburn Parton; Private; Private; Private and 18 others; Private; Private; Private; Private; Private; Private; Private; Private; Private; Larry Gerald Parton; Private; Private; Private; Private; Private; Private; Private and Private less [88] 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. On November 16, 2010, Parton accepted the Liseberg Applause Award, the theme park industry's most prestigious honor, on behalf of Dollywood theme park during a ceremony held at IAAPA Attractions Expo 2010 in Orlando, Florida. It was previously a hit for Parton and was included on her 1980 album Dolly, Dolly, Dolly. During her career, Parton has gained induction into numerous Halls of Fame. 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. She learned guitar at 7 years old and started to make up songs almost immediately. She labeled social media accounts of the occasion "Dolly gets a dose of her own medicine. Dean, who is retired from running an asphalt road-paving business in Nashville, has always shunned publicity and rarely accompanies his wife to any events. [8][9] Avie Lee's father, Jake Owens, was a Pentecostal preacher, and Parton and her siblings all attended church regularly. 1979, John Lennon{ "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Person", "name": "John Lennon", "gender": "Male" } 1 on the Billboard country charts, a record for a female artist. [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. 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). 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). She was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for her music in 1984, located at 6712 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California; a star on the Nashville StarWalk for Grammy winners;[170] and a bronze sculpture on the courthouse lawn in Sevierville. [138], In December 2006, Parton pledged $500,000 toward a proposed $90million hospital and cancer center to be constructed in Sevierville in the name of Robert F. Thomas, the physician who delivered her. 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An error has occured while loading the map. 1979, Jim Henson{ "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Person", "name": "Jim Henson", "gender": "Male" }, Quincy Jones{ "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Person", "name": "Quincy Jones", "gender": "Male" } After graduating from Sevier County High School in 1964, Parton moved to Nashville the next day. Already a member? It's the first for both of us. [23], In the mid-1980s, her record sales were still relatively strong, with "Save the Last Dance for Me", "Downtown", "Tennessee Homesick Blues" (1984), "Real Love" (another duet with Kenny Rogers), "Don't Call It Love" (1985) and "Think About Love" (1986) all reaching the country Top10 ("Tennessee Homesick Blues" and "Think About Love" reached number one; "Real Love" also reached number one on the country chart and became a modest crossover hit). [109] Released as a single, the song won both the Grammy Award for Best Female Country Vocal Performance and the Grammy Award for Best Country Song. The concert played to about 8,000 people. [174] This was followed by induction into the National Academy of Popular Music/Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2001. ", Parton is the fourth of 12 children. [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. Daughter of Robert Lee Parton and Avie Lee Caroline Parton Dolly was born to Robert and Avie Lee. Parton was named Top Female Box Office Star by the Motion Picture Herald in both 1981 and 1982 due to the film's success.[110]. [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. 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. 1756) Emert, Daniel (b. "Lord you would feel it", she wrote. [10] The farm acreage and surrounding woodland inspired her to write the song "My Tennessee Mountain Home" in the 1970s. While being quite buxom (she admits to augmenting her figure) she is very petite at 5'0", with a 25 inch waist. Parton's albums in the 1990s did not sell as well, but she achieved commercial success again in the new millennium and has released albums on various independent labels since 2000, including her own label, Dolly Records. The following year, Treasures, an album of covers of 1960s/70s hits was released, and featured a diverse collection of material, including songs by Mac Davis, Pete Seeger, Kris Kristofferson, Cat Stevens, and Neil Young. [12] This was a predominantly Pentecostal area located north of the Greenbrier Valley of the Great Smoky Mountains. When Parton was a young girl, her family moved from the Pittman Center area to a farm up on nearby Locust Ridge. Later, she and sisters Cassie and Stella formed a gospel singing trio. It opened on Broadway at the Marquis Theatre in New York City, on April 30, 2009, to mixed reviews. 1982, George Michael{ "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Person", "name": "George Michael", "gender": "Male" } Jacob Uitti The family sang a version of the religious hymn In the Sweet By and By., When I got my own TV show I thought, Im most definitely going to have my family on before I bring all these big celebrities because theyre the stars to me,' Parton told People. This album bagged her a TV show hosted by Porter Wagoner, as he was intrigued, by the vocal prowess and country music expertise Dolly possessed. In her first feature film, Parton portrayed a secretary in a leading role with Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin in the comedy film 9to5 (1980). [100] Starting in June 2011, the Myrtle Beach location became Pirates Voyage Fun, Feast and Adventure; Parton appeared for the opening, and the South Carolina General Assembly declared June 3, 2011, as Dolly Parton Day. [67], Parton had turned down several offers to pose nude for Playboy magazine, but did appear on the cover of the October 1978 issue wearing a Playboy bunny outfit, complete with ears (the issue featured Lawrence Grobel's extensive and candid interview with Parton, representing one of her earliest high-profile interviews with the mainstream press). Shes gotten her estate in order, and her will is completed. The Dolly Parton's Stampede business has venues in Branson, Missouri, and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Her 1975 single, I Want to Hold You in My Dreams Tonight, hit the Top 10 in the Billboard Country chart, which got her a major label deal. Dolly Parton reads her children's book, "Coat of Many Colors," to a group of kids during an event announcing her first children's album, "I Believe In You," in 2017. The legend herself, Dolly Parton, was born in 1946 to Robert Lee Parton and Avie Lee Caroline. [38][39], On October 27, 2009, Parton released a four-CD box set, Dolly, which featured 99 songs and spanned most of her career. All relationship and family history information shown on FameChain has been compiled from data in the public domain. [45] In 2014, Parton embarked on the Blue Smoke World Tour in support of her 42nd studio album, Blue Smoke. It was released in the United States on May 13, and debuted at number six on the Billboard 200 chart, making it her first Top10 album and her highest-charting solo album ever; it also reached the number two on the U.S. country chart. She also co-wrote and provided featuring vocals on the song "Rainbowland" on Younger Now, the sixth album by her goddaughter Miley Cyrus. Like branches of a tree,. Top20 singles included "The Right Combination" and "Burning the Midnight Oil" (both duets with Wagoner, 1971); "Lost Forever in Your Kiss" (with Wagoner), "Touch Your Woman" (1972), "My Tennessee Mountain Home" and "Travelin' Man" (1973). In 1979, she received an Emmy award nomination as "Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Variety Program" for her guest appearance in a Cher special. [104], Parton was a co-owner of Sandollar Productions, with Sandy Gallin, her former manager. 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. 2011, Marilyn Monroe{ "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Person", "name": "Marilyn Monroe", "gender": "Female" } They lived in a cabin with one bedroom, no electricity, and no indoor plumbing. ", "Crimson and Clover", and "Where Have All the Flowers Gone? The map below shows the places where the ancestors of the famous person lived. [68][69] In Mobile, Alabama, the General W.K. Wagoner convinced his label, RCA Victor, to sign her. Her 1998 country-rock album Hungry Again was made up entirely of her own compositions. Floyd died in 2018 at 61 years old. She also has said in interviews that, although it appears they spend little time together, it is simply that nobody sees him publicly. I love that I can express every thought and feeling that Ive ever had through music, Parton says. Trio won the Grammy Award for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Album of the Year. Dolly Partons Real Life Musical FamilyFrom 11 Siblings to the Next Generation, The Who to Release The Who With Orchestra Live At Wembley Album, 5 Deep Cuts From Phil Collins That You Should Be Listening To, Follow American Songwriter for More Breaking News, Behind the Meaning of the Spirited Song Dont Do Me Like That by Tom Petty, 7 Legendary Albums You Didnt Know Feature Mick Jagger, Inhaler on Second LP Cuts & Bruises: We Were Forced to Make Really Hard Decisions. She made a cameo appearance as herself in The Beverly Hillbillies (1993), an adaptation of the long-running TV sitcom of the same name (196271). January 30, 2023, 2:57 pm. From a young age, Parton sensed there was a big world out there, and she wanted a piece of it. Her father was a tobacco farmer while the mother was a homemaker and a singer from whom Dolly drew inspiration. 2006, Russell Brand{ "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Person", "name": "Russell Brand", "gender": "Male" } The third, Halos & Horns (2002) included a bluegrass version of the Led Zeppelin song "Stairway to Heaven". 3). 12 Oct 1821) Emert, Barbara Ann (b. The second version was a number one country hit and also reached number 53 on the pop charts. Born to a poor family, Dolly didnt have much exposure and the only exposure to music was from her mother, who sang too. Please enable JavaScript in your browser's settings to use this part of Geni. This damsel singer turned actress was born in Tennessee, on January 19th 1946. All Family Trees results for dolly parton. [107] During the mid-1970s, Parton wanted to expand her audience base. [85], In 1998, Nashville Business ranked her the wealthiest country music star. [23], Along with Emmylou Harris and Linda Ronstadt, she released Trio (1987) to critical acclaim. [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. She has sold more than 100 million records worldwide. 1998, Kris Kristofferson{ "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Person", "name": "Kris Kristofferson", "gender": "Male" } In addition, Parton hosted her own telethon for the victims on December 13[148] and reportedly raised around $9million. 20 Jul 1942) Dean, Edgar Henry Emert Emert, Barbara (b. 1992, Michael Jackson{ "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Person", "name": "Michael Jackson", "gender": "Male" } The country star used to rock her younger brother back and forth as a baby when he cried. Dolly Parton - Family, Family Tree - Celebrity Family Dolly Parton's Family tree Dolly's Parents - Robert Lee Parton and Avie Lee. [105] After the retirement of her partner, Sandy Gallin, Parton briefly operated Dolly Parton's Southern Light Productions and in 2015 she announced her new production company would be called Dixie Pixie Productions and produce the movies-of-week in development with NBC Television and Magnolia Hill Productions.[106]. She even mentioned the possibility of a network. (Could a Dolly Parton TV channel be coming soon?) Theyre a mirror of the worst and best in you theyre a piece of you.. White Limozeen (1989) produced two number one hits in "Why'd You Come in Here Lookin' Like That" and "Yellow Roses". Parton was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 1969, and in 1986 was named one of Ms. Magazine's Women of the Year. Explore how the celebrity world connects. The collection contains images, articles, sheet music, and more. 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. 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. Nicki Minaj) Single by Drake", "5 style lessons we can learn from Dolly Parton", "Dolly Parton's Biggest Influences Weren't Big 'Stars', "Dolly Parton, Merle Haggard, Other Hall of Famers Mourn George Jones", "The Artist Dolly Parton Loved to Listen to Growing up Because She Sang About 'Defending the Women', "Interview: Dolly Parton Talks to Tim McGraw About All Sorts! The third member of the aforementioned gospel trio, Cassie never went on to pursue a solo career. Country music icon, Dolly Parton's Christmas of Many Colors: Circle of Love is a beautiful reminder of all the things we love about 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? Parton appeared as an overprotective mother in the comedy Frank McKlusky, C.I.. (2002) She made a cameo appearance in the comedy film Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous, starring Sandra Bullock. [167], Dolly Parton has earned eleven Grammy Awards (including her 2011 Lifetime Achievement Grammy) and a total of fifty Grammy Award nominations, the second-most nominations of any female artist in the history of the prestigious awards. She is known for her distinctive soprano, sometimes bawdy (and self-depracating) humor, flamboyant style of dress and voluminous dcolletage. Although neither of the album's two singles, "(Why Don't More Women Sing) Honky Tonk Songs" and "Salt in my Tears", charted, videos for both songs received significant airplay on CMT. Later, Stella pursued a solo career, beginning in 1967. "I Will Always Love You" has been covered by many country artists, including Ronstadt on Prisoner In Disguise (1975), Kenny Rogers on Vote for Love (1996), and LeAnn Rimes on Unchained Melody: The Early Years (1997). After the death of Michael Jackson, whom Parton knew personally, she released a video in which she somberly told of her feelings on Jackson and his death. Its cover of Neil Young's song "After the Gold Rush" won a Grammy Award for Best Country Collaboration with Vocals. She provided the example for Parton to pick up the habit seamlessly. [26], Although her solo singles and the Wagoner duets were successful, her biggest hit of this period was "Jolene". In 2020, People magazine shared a clip of Parton welcoming her family on stage during her 1970s variety show, Dolly. She was born as Dolly Rebecca Parton on January 19, 1946, in her family's home, a one-room cabin in Pittman Center, Tennessee, located in the Great Smoky Mountains. Username and password are case sensitive. (197677), had high ratings, it lasted only one season, with Parton requesting to be released from her contract because of the stress it was causing on her vocal cords (she later tried a second television variety show, also titled Dolly (198788); it too lasted only one season). This damsel singer turned actress was born in Tennessee, on January 19 th 1946. The duo have since then been taking care of Dollys siblings. Parton also had a cameo in the sequel, which aired in November 2016. I really try to lay into it. The 76-year-old country star recalled Christmas rituals throughout. (1986), Charity Founder At the Academy of Country Music, she has won seven awards and 39 nominations. Parton, who had always envisioned a solo career, made the decision to leave Wagoner's organization; the pair performed their last duet concert in April 1974, and she stopped appearing on his TV show in mid-1974, although they remained affiliated. With her 1976 album All I Can Do, which she co-produced with Porter Wagoner, Parton began taking more of an active role in production, and began specifically aiming her music in a more mainstream, pop direction. She also has been nominated for two Academy Awards and a Tony Award. She toured with sisters Cassie and Willadeene. Chester Bennington American Singer-Songwriter. "[77] Parton's feminine escapism is acknowledged in her words, "Womanhood was a difficult thing to get a grip on in those hills, unless you were a man. [79] Her biggest influence however was her Aunt Dorothy Jo: "People often ask me who my influences were, they think I'm going to say some big names, and there were a few 'stars' I was impressed with. Dolly Parton has 11 brothers and sisters, many of whom are also in show business. [47] On March 6, 2016, Parton announced that she would be embarking on a tour in support of her new album, Pure & Simple. Dolly Parton is the latest cover star of Better Homes & Gardens. Parton served as one of three co-hosts (along with Roy Clark and Glen Campbell) on the CBS special Fifty Years of Country Music. Parton calls her mother's voice "haunting". Tireless days of work on the farm meant that Robert never learned to read or write - but he didn't let that stop him from making his mark. [98], Parton invested much of her earnings into business ventures in her native East Tennessee, notably Pigeon Forge. 2010 - 2013, Frank Sinatra{ "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Person", "name": "Frank Sinatra", "gender": "Male" } Should you have information that conflicts with anything shown please make us aware by email. She became a teen idol in 2006, starring in the Disney Channel television series Hannah Montana as the character Miley Stewart. 1964, Madonna{ "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Person", "name": "Madonna", "gender": "Female" } It is believed to be correct at the time of inputting and is presented here in good faith. "[163], Dolly Parton is one of the most-honored female country performers of all time. Dolly is known for not only her music but also her humanitarian work, she has won countless awards including: 11 Grammy Awards (Nominated for 50) 10 Country Music Association Awards 5 Academy of Country Music Awards 4 People's Choice Awards The songwriters (Ingram, Carole Bayer Sager, and Clif Magness) were nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song, and Parton and Ingram performed the song at the awards telecast. Dollys footprint was marked with success beginning from her debut album Hello, I am Dolly. In 2017, Parton appeared on Rainbow, the third studio album by Kesha performing a duet of "Old Flames Can't Hold a Candle to You". Her heritage. 78 on the "AFI's 100 Years100 Songs" list released by the American Film Institute in 2004. "[33], Parton earned her second Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song for "Travelin' Thru", which she wrote specifically for the feature film Transamerica. RCA decided to protect their investment by releasing her first single as a duet with Wagoner. Some still remain in the industry today. The readings starred Megan Hilty, Allison Janney, Stephanie J. The theme song to the 1980 feature film 9to5, in which she starred along with Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin, not only reached number one on the country chart in February 1981 it reached number one on the pop and the adult-contemporary charts, giving her a triple number-one hit. William Addams Reitwiesner [email protected] EXTRACTS from the U.S. FEDERAL DECENNIAL CENSUS On February 11, 2012, after the sudden death of Whitney Houston, Parton stated, "Mine is only one of the millions of hearts broken over the death of Whitney Houston. Francis turned down Parton's offers, as she was already in negotiations with singer Gloria Estefan to produce the film, a collaboration now ended. Her father, musician Billy Ray Cyrus, also starred in the series, which aired for four seasons until 2011. Family tree of Dolly Parton Actor, Singer & Musician, Philanthropist, Industrialist, Businessman Born Dolly Rebecca Parton American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, actress, author, businesswoman and humanitarian Born on January 19, 1946 in Sevierville, Tennessee , United States (77 years) Born on January 19 42 Family tree Report an error In 2014, she performed at the Red Tent Womens Conference in Tennessee with Dolly and Stella. Mama's baby sister. Dolly and Dean dont have any children of their own. Dolly Parton has been married for decades to the seldom-seen Carl Dean [164] As of 2012 she had written more than 3,000 songs and sold more than 100 million records, making her one of the best-selling female artists of all time. But here, we wanted to dive into that side of Partons life a bit more, from her mother to her father (Robert Parton) and beyond. Carl is a media shy person who runs an asphalt road-paving business. She also outlined her family's poverty in her early songs "Coat of Many Colors" and "In the Good Old Days (When Times Were Bad)". [121], Parton is the subject of the NPR podcast Dolly Parton's America. [65] On December 31, 2022, Parton co-hosted NBC's New Year's special Miley's New Year's Eve Party. It was then she started to pursue a career, offering at times a hard rock sound. 1979 - Best Female Country Vocal - Here You Come Again 1982 - Best Country Song & Best Female Vocal - 9-5 1988 - Best Country Group Vocal - Trio 2000 - Best Country Collaboration - After the Gold Rush 2001 - Best Bluegrass Album - The Grass is Blue 2002 - Best Female Country Vocal - Shine 2011 - Lifetime Achievement Award. [29], Between 1974 and 1980 Parton had a series of country hits, with eight singles reaching number one. Stella got into the music business early, making her radio debut when she was just nine years old. [RELATED: 9 of the Saddest Dolly Parton Songs That You Should Be Listening To]. 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