Reba McEntire Says She Still Felt Dolly Parton With Her After Her Death
McEntire said Parton’s warmth and confidence still guide her, and she recalled their 1977 meeting and later collaborations.
- On Wednesday, October 21, country music star Reba McEntire appeared on The Jennifer Hudson Show to share memories of her late friend Dolly Parton, who passed away in August at age 80.
- Parton and McEntire's friendship began in 1977 at the Grand Ole Opry; they later collaborated on the 2005 Reba sitcom and a 2021 song remake of "Does He Love You."
- Reflecting on Parton's character, McEntire recalled the star's "confidence and poise" during a 2005 sitcom guest appearance, noting she "treated everyone equally" while on set.
- Upon learning of Parton's death while filming Happy's Place, McEntire revealed she refused condolences, stating, "Don't say you're sorry, this gal's going on."
- The CMA Presents I Will Always Love You special aired Wednesday, featuring more than 20 performers honoring Parton's legacy through donations to her Imagination Library, which gifts millions of books annually.
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Reba McEntire, Katy Perry, Kelsea Ballerini, Carrie Underwood and more on the "CMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton" red carpet on October 21 in Nashville, Tennessee to honor Dolly Parton's legacy. Scroll through to see who all attended.
Irish legend to celebrate Dolly Parton in live tribute show
Dolly Parton's incredible life and legacy will be celebrated in a star-studded tribute special featuring our very own Bono. I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton is being broadcast by the Country Music Association (CMA) and will see some of the biggest names in showbiz come together to remember Dolly's phenomenal career […]
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