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She should have been queen of the world! Readers remember Dolly Parton

From quiet acts of generosity and life-changing gigs to singing for a professional puppeteer, Dolly Parton has had a profound impact on readers’ lives Photo gallery: fans pay tribute to Dolly Parton

She should have been queen of the world! Readers remember Dolly Parton

TL;DR

  • Dolly Parton is remembered for her genuine nature and undivided attention given to fans and volunteers.
  • Her philanthropy, including the Imagination Library which provides books for children, is widely praised.
  • Readers recall her as a unifier and humanist who positively impacted their lives through her music and actions.
  • She is recognized for standing up for women, Black people, and LGBTQIA people in a region where it was not trendy.
  • Personal encounters highlight her generosity, such as gifting a pair of boots to a junior publicist.
  • Her music and authentic self-presentation inspired individuals, especially those facing bullying or feeling like outsiders.
  • A professional puppeteer described being mesmerized by her a cappella singing, calling it the most beautiful tone he had ever heard.