Reba McEntire Shares What Dolly Parton Taught Her About Kindness: ‘I Love The Way She Carried Herself With Confidence’
The country icon appeared on The Jennifer Hudson Show .
Country Music Hall of Famer Reba McEntire recently reminisced about her friendship with Dolly Parton, sharing how Parton's confidence and poise left a lasting impact on McEntire. McEntire recalled how Parton, during the filming of a 2005 episode of "Reba TV," made sure everyone felt comfortable in her presence. Their collaboration continued in 2026 when McEntire performed Parton's "Appalachian Memories" at the ceremony honoring the country legend, wearing a sparkling white gown and jewelry she had received from Parton.
McEntire also talked about her five-decade-long career, sharing that she constantly reinvented herself to maintain her success, trying various projects like movies, Broadway shows, and theater. The two country singers also teamed up in 2021 for a remake of "Does He Love You," with Parton having recently released a collaborative version of "Light of a Clear Blue Morning" featuring McEntire, Lainey Wilson, Miley Cyrus, and Queen Latifah. Dolly Parton passed away on August 25 at the age of 80, following a brief battle with cancer.
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