MAGA Host Laughs in Trump’s Face for Saying Dolly Parton ‘Really Liked Me’
The Daily Beast • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Dolly Parton, the country music icon, passed away at age 80 after a battle with cancer, leading to widespread tributes across entertainment and political spheres.
- Former President Donald Trump ordered the U.S. flag to be flown at half-staff until September 1 in her honor but used the occasion to highlight his personal connection with Parton during a live interview.
- Trump claimed Parton liked him and discussed the flag-lowering as a unique honor for an entertainer, despite Parton having twice declined the Presidential Medal of Freedom during his administration.
- Parton was known for avoiding political endorsements, turning down awards from both Trump’s and Biden’s administrations to maintain neutrality and avoid alienating fans.
- She openly expressed concern about the potential career risks of political statements, citing examples like the Dixie Chicks, and preferred to keep her opinions private to respect her diverse audience.
