Inside Dolly Parton and Reese Witherspoon's friendship
'I count my lucky stars that I called Dolly my friend,' Witherspoon wrote after Parton died aged 80 Tuesday following a secret cancer battle.
TL;DR
- Reese Witherspoon shared her deep personal bond with the late Dolly Parton, who died at 80 after a secret cancer battle.
- Parton provided crucial guidance to Witherspoon for her Oscar-winning performance as June Carter Cash in 'Walk the Line,' sharing personal anecdotes.
- Throughout her career, Parton sent Witherspoon notes of encouragement, inspiring her to be a storyteller and 'listen to my angels.'
- Parton wrote the iconic song 'I Will Always Love You' and famously retained its publishing rights.
- Witherspoon recalled her childhood dream of becoming a performer, inspired by Parton, whom she wanted to emulate.
- Parton had privately battled cancer and will be buried in Nashville beside her husband, Carl Dean.
- Details of Parton's burial arrangements include her wearing a cotton dress and high heels.