Tennessee Proclaims ‘Dolly Parton Day’ to Mark Singer’s 80th Birthday

Yahoo • January 18, 2026 • entertainment

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Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has declared January 19, 2026, as Dolly Parton Day to honor the country music icon's 80th birthday and her significant contributions to the state and world.
The proclamation recognizes Parton's impact on Tennessee’s music, culture, and history, as well as her philanthropic efforts, including the Dollywood Foundation and the Imagination Library, which promotes literacy worldwide.
Dolly Parton released a new version of her 1977 song "Light of a Clear Blue Morning," featuring Miley Cyrus, Queen Latifah, Lainey Wilson, and Reba McEntire, with proceeds supporting pediatric cancer research at Vanderbilt's Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital.
The state encourages all Tennesse