Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Elton John lead tributes after death of Dolly Parton
Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Sir Paul McCartney and Sir Elton John have led an outpouring of tributes from celebrities and fans to Dolly Parton following the music icon’s death at the age of 80. Swift said Parton’s “legacy will be an everlasting one”, while Beatles legend Sir Paul called her a “magnificent star”. The Tennessee-born singer […] The post Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Elton John lead tributes…
Celebrities and fans have been paying tribute to country music icon Dolly Parton following her death at the age of 80. Swift, Beyoncé, Sir Paul McCartney, and Sir Elton John were among the stars who shared their thoughts on her legacy. Swift described Parton's "legacy will be an everlasting one," while Sir Paul McCartney called her a "magnificent star."
Beyoncé described Parton as the "barometer" and the "North Star" who taught her lessons on being uniquely oneself. Katy Perry hailed Parton as a "pure, sweet (but not saccharine) sassy, cup of joy" who defied stereotypes. Parton was known for iconic songs like Jolene, 9 to 5, and I Will Always Love You, as well as her philanthropy, which included funding one of the first Covid-19 vaccines and supporting children's literacy.
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