See Grand Ole Opry Dedicate Entire Performance to Dolly Parton's Music
Rolling Stone • • entertainment
Key Points:
- The Grand Ole Opry held a tribute concert dedicated to Dolly Parton following her death at age 80, featuring performances of her iconic songs by various artists including Carly Pearce, Kathy Mattea, and Parton’s niece Jada Star.
- Carly Pearce, who was invited to the Opry by Parton in 2021, opened the tribute with “Those Memories of You,” expressing love and honor for the country legend.
- The event concluded with a group performance of “9 to 5” featuring a surprise appearance by Jelly Roll, and proceeds from the sold-out show were donated to Parton’s Imagination Library.
- Throughout the evening, video clips of Parton’s past Opry performances were displayed, culminating in a collective viewing of her performance of “I Will Always Love You.”
- The Grand Ole Opry highlighted Parton’s enduring legacy since her debut in 1959, emphasizing her impact on country music and her ability to connect personal stories to universal themes.
