Stars Gather at Grand Ole Opry for Dolly Parton Musical Tribute: “Most Beloved Human Being in the World”
The queen of country music died at age 80 following a brief battle with cancer, her reps announced.
On August 29, the Grand Ole Opry honored country icon Dolly Parton during a sold-out tribute concert at their Nashville landmark. The evening featured performances from artists including Carly Pearce, Jelly Roll, Kathy Mattea, Ketch Secor, Molly Tuttle, Channing Wilson, and Jada Star. The concert paid tribute to Parton's life and legacy, with the Opry stating that she "became part of its very heart," and that she will "forever be a cherished member of our Opry family."
Parton was inducted into the Opry in 1969 and remained a member for over five decades. The tribute included video clips from Parton's past performances and concluded with the musicians joining one another onstage for a powerful rendition of "9 to 5." Jelly Roll made a surprise appearance during the finale. A portion of the proceeds from the performance was donated to Parton's Imagination Library, a literacy program that provides free books to children. Parton passed away on August 25 following a brief battle with cancer.
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