Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton (1946–2026) was a legendary American singer-songwriter, actress, and philanthropist who became one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with over 100 million records sold. Born into poverty in Tennessee's Great Smoky Mountains, she rose to fame in the 1960s and pioneered the crossover between country and pop music, penning over 3,000 songs including timeless classics like "Jolene," "I Will Always Love You," and "9 to 5." Beyond her musical achievements, which included 10 Grammy Awards and a Country Music Hall of Fame induction, she was celebrated for her business acumen in building Dollywood theme park and her extensive charitable work through the Dollywood Foundation and Imagination Library.
