{
  "id": 3597837,
  "title": "Eminem shares sweet note from Dolly Parton",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/eminem-shares-sweet-note-from-dolly-parton",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-26T14:36:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The A.V. Club",
    "slug": "the-a-v-club",
    "url": "https://www.avclub.com/dolly-parton-eminem-letter"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Following Dolly Parton's passing, her impact continues to resonate through the words and actions of those who were touched by her generosity and kindness. Eminem, a rap superstar whose work may seem unlike the devout Parton's tastes, shared an unexpected letter of encouragement from the singer on Instagram. The two had been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame together in 2022, and during his rousing performance, Parton sent Eminem a heartfelt note. Addressing him by his real first name, Parton praised his performance, saying \"Your performance was amazing and everybody said so.\" Despite not knowing much about rap music, she expressed her belief that he was the best at it. Parton also added that she had always felt an unexplained connection to Eminem, hoping to meet him at the event but acknowledging how chaotic such occasions can be. She signed off with her signature blend of friendliness and genuine feeling, wishing him well and reminding him of his special impact on people's lives. Eminem, sharing his regret at never meeting Parton, concluded his message by acknowledging how iconic she was in every sense.",
  "summary": "The rapper shared the heartfelt note Parton sent after his 2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "TechRadar",
        "title": "How to watch Dolly Parton: Here I Am — it's *FREE* on BBC",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/how-to-watch-dolly-parton-here-i-am-its-free-on-bbc",
        "published": "2026-08-26T13:25:21.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}