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Barbara Walters branded 'vile' over resurfaced Dolly Parton interview

The late Barbara Walters is currently being eviscerated on social media over a 'gross and inappropriate' interview she did with Dolly Parton.

Barbara Walters branded 'vile' over resurfaced Dolly Parton interview

TL;DR

  • An old interview featuring Barbara Walters and Dolly Parton has gone viral on social media.
  • Critics are calling Walters' questions 'gross,' 'inappropriate,' and 'condescending.'
  • Walters questioned Parton's 'hillbilly' background and her appearance, including her blonde wigs and 'curves.'
  • Parton responded with confidence, stating she was aware of how people perceived her but that the 'joke' was on the public as she knew exactly what she was doing.
  • Social media users are praising Parton's intelligence and wit in handling Walters' line of questioning.
  • The interview resurfaced following Dolly Parton's death at age 80.