politics
Dolly Parton's co-star sparks backlash over 'disrespectful' tribute
Dolly Parton's co-star Ricky Schroder sparked outrage among fans over his 'disrespectful' tribute to the country legend, who died on Tuesday at the age of 80.
TL;DR
- Ricky Schroder criticized for a tribute to the recently deceased Dolly Parton.
- Schroder's Instagram post expressed disagreement with Parton's support for transgender rights and COVID-19 vaccines.
- Fans and celebrities like Katie Couric and Boy George condemned the tribute as 'disrespectful,' 'foul,' and 'insensitive.'
- Parton was known for her support of the LGBTQIA+ community and her $1 million donation to research for the Moderna vaccine.
- Schroder's post was seen as making Parton's death about his own political views.
- Parton died at 80 after a brief battle with cancer.