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Dolly Parton

The latest news on Dolly Parton, American country music star, singer-songwriter and actress, including showbiz news and updates.

Born

19 Jan 1946

Industry

Entertainment, Music

Job Title

Singer

How does the Wood Rooster affect your luck in September 2025? Illustration: SCMP Graphics

Horoscopes

Love, health and travel predictions in September 2025, Wood Rooster month

It’s the Dragon’s luckiest month of the year, but those born in the Year of the Pig or Goat may need to watch out.

9 Sep 2025 - 10:54AM

Millionaires and billionaires

Meet jewellery mogul Kendra Scott, who’s engaged to country star Zac Brown

28 Jul 2025 - 5:55PM

Fame and celebrity

Meet Sabrina Carpenter’s childhood bestie, Paloma Sandoval

19 May 2025 - 6:00PMvideocam

Celebrity Families

Meet Dolly Parton’s sister Rachel, with whom she has released a cookbook

The 2 sisters have always shared a close bond, Rachel helping Dolly with make-up on tour and providing backing vocals on stage – she also starred in the TV remake of Dolly’s film 9 to 5.

28 Dec 2024 - 4:00AM

Dolly Parton and her sister Rachel are like two peas in a pod. Photo: @dollyparton/Instagram

Celebrity Families

Meet Dolly Parton’s musical niece, Heidi Parton – who’s on her aunt’s new album

Heidi Parton continues her aunt Dolly’s musical legacy with a new album of her own, Dollywood shows and festive collaborations

23 Sep 2024 - 12:02PMvideocam

Art

Biennale of Sydney’s Ten Thousand Suns celebrates diversity and connection

The Biennale of Sydney art exhibition, Ten Thousand Suns, is a celebration of diversity, with works by 96 artists from 53 nations, many of whom are relatively unknown on the global arts scene.

17 Mar 2024 - 11:15AM

TV shows and streaming video

After Big Bet, bigger bets on local content: streaming TV in Asia-Pacific

More people watch streaming TV than traditional TV, and in Asia-Pacific viewers want more local content. TV executives are working to deliver it, while continuing to feed viewer appetite for legacy content.

13 Feb 2024 - 7:15AM

Son Suk-ku (left) and Choi Min-sik in a still from Big Bet season 2 on Disney+. “The streaming industry has opened new doors of opportunity for APAC content creators and storytellers,” says Walt Disney executive Mark Chan. Photo: Disney+.

Fame and celebrity

9 celebrities who have been open about their breast augmentation surgery

Chrissy Teigen has just admitted to having three boob jobs, so who else has been candid with their fans – and which stars say they regret their surgeries?

5 Feb 2024 - 5:32PM

Beauty

Explainer | Peptide shots, the beauty and fitness fad that sparked a black market

Peptides are the hottest new treatment used by Hollywood stars, billionaire investor Christian Angermayer, and an 86-year-old who claims to be ‘physically immortal’ – but do they really work?

25 Jan 2024 - 2:00PM

Fame and celebrity

Who is Dolly Parton’s long-time husband of over 50 years, Carl Thomas Dean?

Dolly Parton recently shared details about the first time she met her then-to-be-hubby Carl Thomas Dean, in her Channel 5 documentary, Dolly Parton: In Her Own Words

17 Jan 2024 - 5:27AM

Dolly Parton has revealed new details about her husband, Carl Thomas Dean, in a new Channel 5 documentary. Photo: DollyParton.com

Fame and celebrity

The 12 richest divas in pop, revealed – from RiRi to TayTay

2023 saw Taylor Swift officially achieve billionaire status, but she’s still not No 1 on the world’s richest pop divas list – so who takes the throne?

3 Jan 2024 - 10:55AM

Beyoncé, Rihanna and Taylor Swift are some of the most successful pop divas in 2023. But who is the richest? Photos: @beyonce/Instagram; Jacob & Co.; AP

Fame and celebrity

How Måneskin frontman Damiano David unapologetically disrupts the status quo

The Italian rocker shot to fame when Måneskin won Eurovision in 2021 – but since then his erratic behaviour has sparked rumours over drug use, his sexuality and accusations of ‘demonic’ imagery …

28 Dec 2023 - 6:00PM

Millionaires and billionaires

8 of the richest country music stars of 2023 – net worths, ranked

From Shania Twain and Dolly Parton to Garth Brooks and Tim McGraw, here are the wealthiest singers from Nashville and beyond, who rake in millions from their music and other endeavours

17 Dec 2023 - 4:00AM

Beauty

Dolly Parton’s eternally youthful wellness regime – at 77

When country singing sensation Dolly Parton performed in Arlington, Texas last week, fans were amazed at how young she looks at 77 – here’s how she does it

30 Nov 2023 - 5:33PM

Dolly Parton has had plenty to say on the subject of looking good as she ages. Photo: @BradyMalloryTV/X

Tourism

The stars, bars and guitars to see in Nashville, America’s Music City

America’s musical capital is home to the Grand Ole Opry and the Johnny Cash Museum. Pop stars such as Justin Timberlake own bars, and Taylor Swift was discovered here.

26 Nov 2023 - 7:15PM

A Johnny Cash Museum advertisment at Nashville International Airport. Photo: Chris Dwyer

Chinese culture

Horoscopes: how does the Metal Rooster affect your luck this September?

According to Chinese astrology, the eighth solar month of 2023 is ruled by the Metal Rooster – so what does it mean for your zodiac sign? Read on to find out …

8 Sep 2023 - 7:00PM

Art

‘Gay icon’ Andy Warhol an ambassador for the new Saudi Arabia. Wait, what?

Organisers of an Andy Warhol exhibition in Saudi Arabia draw a connection between his world and the Arab country today, but it’s an unlikely pairing in a place that criminalises homosexuality.

26 Feb 2023 - 4:15AM

Fame and celebrity

Deconstructing Miley Cyrus’ new style era of archival fashion looks

Miley Cyrus is reinventing her style with archival luxury fashion looks, from a 1996 Tom Ford for Gucci dress to a 2005 Versace gown – here’s a detailed look into her new-found love of vintage-style outfits

31 Jan 2023 - 12:10AM

Miley Cyrus has had a very fashionable couple of months, donning a variety of archival designer pieces in music videos and on stage. Photos: @bradleykennethstyle/Instagram

Fame and celebrity

Tribute act: 8 celebrities who wore outfits inspired by their idols

Kim Kardashian may have worn Marilyn Monroe’s real dress to the Met Gala, but Doja Cat’s Versace gown for the Grammy’s was a knowing tribute – who else has dressed as their idol?

6 Jan 2023 - 1:00AM

United States

Dolly Parton’s secret song buried at Dollywood theme park

The country music legend revealed she wrote a top-secret song that has been buried in a time capsule – and she now regrets it.

22 Dec 2022 - 8:21PM

Books and literature

Colleen Hoover’s year, and self-help queen Brené Brown’s: 2022 in books

American romance and young adult author Colleen Hoover was her fans’ best-kept secret a year ago. Not any more. Reader of human emotions Brené Brown had nearly as viral a year as Hoover.

18 Dec 2022 - 7:08PM

Colleen Hoover (above, right) dominated publishing in 2022 in the way Stieg Larsson and Stephenie Meyer once did. Brené Brown (above, left), the queen of self-help guides, ran her close. Photo: Colleen Hoover and Brené Brown

Fame and celebrity

8 celebrity wedding dress revelations, from Hailey Bieber to Lily Allen

From Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ ultra-long veil to Emily Ratajkowski’s mustard-coloured Zara suit, these eight celebs have all revealed the reasons behind their daring wedding dress choices

28 Nov 2022 - 1:00AM

Eniko Hart, Hailey Bieber, Camille Charrière and Priyanka Chopra all wore daring dresses for their wedding days. Photos: @enikohart, @haileybieber, @camillecharriere, @ralphlauren/Instagram

United States

Jeff Bezos to give away most of his US$124 billion wealth

Amazon founder said he and partner Lauren Sánchez were ‘building the capacity to be able to give away this money’.

14 Nov 2022 - 9:51PM

United States

Dolly Parton awarded Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy

The Grammy-winning country superstar was recognised for her philanthropic programme that provides children under five with a free book every month, as well as her donation to coronavirus vaccine research.

14 Oct 2022 - 11:50PM

United States

Loretta Lynn, country music titan, dies at 90

The self-taught musician saw a number of her edgy tracks banned by country music radio stations, but became the genre’s most decorated female artist.

5 Oct 2022 - 9:16AM

Country music great Loretta Lynn has died aged 90. Photo: AFP

Profile

Who is Tia Ray? Meet the Chinese singer shaking up the world of urban sound

Tia Ray has weathered many storms to get to where she is and, in a rapidly evolving landscape for musicians in China, the singer continues to forge her own path.

16 Jan 2024 - 4:01PMvideocam

Tia Ray, a 37-year-old singer, has weathered many storms to get to where she is. Photo: Tia Ray

Fame and celebrity

17 female celebrities who are besties – both on and off screen

Eternals star Hayek was Cruz’s first friend in the US and gave her a helping hand, she told Ellen DeGeneres, while Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin have acted together for over 40 years …

20 Jul 2022 - 12:10AM

Britain

Motown singer Diana Ross spreads the love at UK’s Glastonbury

It was a sun-drenched love affair between Diana Ross and revellers at Glastonbury when the US singer played in the ‘legends’ slot on the final day of the festival.

27 Jun 2022 - 8:24AM

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Dolly Parton

Love, health and travel predictions in September 2025, Wood Rooster month

It’s the Dragon’s luckiest month of the year, but those born in the Year of the Pig or Goat may need to watch out.

Meet jewellery mogul Kendra Scott, who’s engaged to country star Zac Brown

Meet Sabrina Carpenter’s childhood bestie, Paloma Sandoval

Meet Dolly Parton’s sister Rachel, with whom she has released a cookbook

The 2 sisters have always shared a close bond, Rachel helping Dolly with make-up on tour and providing backing vocals on stage – she also starred in the TV remake of Dolly’s film 9 to 5.

Meet Dolly Parton’s musical niece, Heidi Parton – who’s on her aunt’s new album

Heidi Parton continues her aunt Dolly’s musical legacy with a new album of her own, Dollywood shows and festive collaborations

Biennale of Sydney’s Ten Thousand Suns celebrates diversity and connection

The Biennale of Sydney art exhibition, Ten Thousand Suns, is a celebration of diversity, with works by 96 artists from 53 nations, many of whom are relatively unknown on the global arts scene.

After Big Bet, bigger bets on local content: streaming TV in Asia-Pacific

More people watch streaming TV than traditional TV, and in Asia-Pacific viewers want more local content. TV executives are working to deliver it, while continuing to feed viewer appetite for legacy content.

9 celebrities who have been open about their breast augmentation surgery

Chrissy Teigen has just admitted to having three boob jobs, so who else has been candid with their fans – and which stars say they regret their surgeries?

.css-sioo19{color:#c79a00;}Explainer | Peptide shots, the beauty and fitness fad that sparked a black market

Peptides are the hottest new treatment used by Hollywood stars, billionaire investor Christian Angermayer, and an 86-year-old who claims to be ‘physically immortal’ – but do they really work?

Who is Dolly Parton’s long-time husband of over 50 years, Carl Thomas Dean?

Dolly Parton recently shared details about the first time she met her then-to-be-hubby Carl Thomas Dean, in her Channel 5 documentary, Dolly Parton: In Her Own Words

The 12 richest divas in pop, revealed – from RiRi to TayTay

2023 saw Taylor Swift officially achieve billionaire status, but she’s still not No 1 on the world’s richest pop divas list – so who takes the throne?

How Måneskin frontman Damiano David unapologetically disrupts the status quo

The Italian rocker shot to fame when Måneskin won Eurovision in 2021 – but since then his erratic behaviour has sparked rumours over drug use, his sexuality and accusations of ‘demonic’ imagery …

8 of the richest country music stars of 2023 – net worths, ranked

From Shania Twain and Dolly Parton to Garth Brooks and Tim McGraw, here are the wealthiest singers from Nashville and beyond, who rake in millions from their music and other endeavours

Dolly Parton’s eternally youthful wellness regime – at 77

When country singing sensation Dolly Parton performed in Arlington, Texas last week, fans were amazed at how young she looks at 77 – here’s how she does it

The stars, bars and guitars to see in Nashville, America’s Music City

America’s musical capital is home to the Grand Ole Opry and the Johnny Cash Museum. Pop stars such as Justin Timberlake own bars, and Taylor Swift was discovered here.

Horoscopes: how does the Metal Rooster affect your luck this September?

According to Chinese astrology, the eighth solar month of 2023 is ruled by the Metal Rooster – so what does it mean for your zodiac sign? Read on to find out …

‘Gay icon’ Andy Warhol an ambassador for the new Saudi Arabia. Wait, what?

Organisers of an Andy Warhol exhibition in Saudi Arabia draw a connection between his world and the Arab country today, but it’s an unlikely pairing in a place that criminalises homosexuality.

Deconstructing Miley Cyrus’ new style era of archival fashion looks

Miley Cyrus is reinventing her style with archival luxury fashion looks, from a 1996 Tom Ford for Gucci dress to a 2005 Versace gown – here’s a detailed look into her new-found love of vintage-style outfits

Tribute act: 8 celebrities who wore outfits inspired by their idols

Kim Kardashian may have worn Marilyn Monroe’s real dress to the Met Gala, but Doja Cat’s Versace gown for the Grammy’s was a knowing tribute – who else has dressed as their idol?

Dolly Parton’s secret song buried at Dollywood theme park

The country music legend revealed she wrote a top-secret song that has been buried in a time capsule – and she now regrets it.

Colleen Hoover’s year, and self-help queen Brené Brown’s: 2022 in books

American romance and young adult author Colleen Hoover was her fans’ best-kept secret a year ago. Not any more. Reader of human emotions Brené Brown had nearly as viral a year as Hoover.

8 celebrity wedding dress revelations, from Hailey Bieber to Lily Allen

From Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ ultra-long veil to Emily Ratajkowski’s mustard-coloured Zara suit, these eight celebs have all revealed the reasons behind their daring wedding dress choices

Jeff Bezos to give away most of his US$124 billion wealth

Amazon founder said he and partner Lauren Sánchez were ‘building the capacity to be able to give away this money’.

Dolly Parton awarded Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy

The Grammy-winning country superstar was recognised for her philanthropic programme that provides children under five with a free book every month, as well as her donation to coronavirus vaccine research.

Loretta Lynn, country music titan, dies at 90

The self-taught musician saw a number of her edgy tracks banned by country music radio stations, but became the genre’s most decorated female artist.

Who is Tia Ray? Meet the Chinese singer shaking up the world of urban sound

Tia Ray has weathered many storms to get to where she is and, in a rapidly evolving landscape for musicians in China, the singer continues to forge her own path.

17 female celebrities who are besties – both on and off screen

Eternals star Hayek was Cruz’s first friend in the US and gave her a helping hand, she told Ellen DeGeneres, while Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin have acted together for over 40 years …

Motown singer Diana Ross spreads the love at UK’s Glastonbury

It was a sun-drenched love affair between Diana Ross and revellers at Glastonbury when the US singer played in the ‘legends’ slot on the final day of the festival.

Explainer | Peptide shots, the beauty and fitness fad that sparked a black market