Dolly Parton's Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Restored After Vandalism
TMZ • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Dolly Parton's Hollywood Walk of Fame star has been restored after being vandalized, with her name fully intact and a turquoise butterfly added over the center medallion.
- The butterfly symbolizes Dolly's personal connection to nature, reflecting her childhood experiences chasing butterflies in Tennessee's Smoky Mountains.
- The star was vandalized shortly after Dolly's death at age 80 following a brief battle with cancer, with her name scratched off the star.
- The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and the Hollywood Historic Trust, not Dolly's family, managed the restoration, which involved curing the star for three days before polishing.
- Repair costs vary based on damage, and the Trust uses the original construction company that creates the stars for maintenance and repairs.
