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Dolly Parton

Actress

Dolly Parton

  • Born: 31 January 1946, Memphis, Tennessee, USA
  • Estimated net worth: $600 million

Dolly Parton is a renowned American singer, songwriter, and actress known for her distinctive voice and vibrant personality. She gained fame with hit songs like 'Jolene' and '9 to 5', and has also starred in films such as 'Steel Magnolias' and 'Joyful Noise'…

About Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton is a renowned American singer, songwriter, and actress known for her distinctive voice and vibrant personality. She gained fame with hit songs like 'Jolene' and '9 to 5', and has also starred in films such as 'Steel Magnolias' and 'Joyful Noise'. Parton is celebrated for her contributions to country music and her philanthropic efforts, especially in literacy and education.

Born
31 January 1946, Memphis, Tennessee, USA
Died
25 August 2026
Known for
Acting
Height
5 ft 5 in (1.65 m)
Spouses
Carl Dean (1966-present)
Parents
Robert Lee Parton, Avie Lee Parton
Estimated net worth
$600 million

Fun facts about Dolly Parton

  • Dolly Parton was born into a family of 12 children and grew up in a poor rural area.
  • She holds the record for the most songs written by a single artist to reach the Billboard country charts.

Famous Dolly Parton quotes

“I’m not going to limit myself just because people won’t accept the fact that I can do something else.”
Steel Magnolias, 1989
“You’ll never do a whole lot unless you’re brave enough to try.”
Joyful Noise, 2012
“The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain.”
Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors, 2015

Dolly Parton filmography

Cast (220)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2026Back to the Beginning: Ozzy's Final Bow MovieSelf
2026Remembering Dolly: A Rhinestone Life MovieSelf (archive footage)9.0
2026Dolly: An NBC News Special MovieSelf (archive footage)8.0
2026Dolly Parton: An American Original - Special Edition of 20/20 MovieSelf (archive footage)9.0
2026Dolly Parton - An American Icon MovieSelf (archive footage)
2026TFI Unplugged TVSelf (Archive Footage)
2026Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special MovieSelf / Aunt Dolly (archive footage)7.2
2025Dolly Parton : L'Amérique réconciliée MovieSelf (archive footage)7.3
2025Iconic Women of Country MovieSelf
2025Ringo & Friends at the Ryman MovieSelf
Show 210 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
2024Jimmy Fallon's Holiday Seasoning Spectacular MovieSelf6.0
2024Dolly for President TVSelf (archive footage)8.0
2024Linda Perry: Let It Die Here MovieSelf
202460 Songs: BBC Two at 60 MovieSelf (archive footage)9.0
2024Dolly Parton's Pet Gala MovieUnknown character5.0
2024Hits That Missed at the BBC TVSelf (archive footage)
2024Dolly Parton: Still Rockin' MovieSelf
2023Christmas at Graceland MovieSelf5.5
2023ET Vault Unlocked: Dolly Parton MovieUnknown character
2023Dolly Parton Rockstar Global First Listen Event MovieUnknown character
2023June MovieSelf5.9
2023Dolly Parton - From Rhinestones to Rock & Roll MovieSelf
2023Clear Day Thunder: Rescuing the American Chestnut MovieSelf7.5
2023Reportin’ for Duty: A Tribute to Leslie Jordan MovieSelf10.0
2023Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love MovieSelf - Guest8.2
2023Movie Themes at the BBC MovieSelf8.0
2022Miley's New Year's Eve Party MovieSelf
2022Dolly Parton's Mountain Magic Christmas MovieSelf6.6
20222022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony MovieSelf - Inductee8.2
2022Coal Miner's Daughter: A Celebration of the Life and Music of Loretta Lynn MovieSelf
2022Music Is My Life: Joseph Shabalala and Ladysmith Black Mambazo MovieSelf
2022Sherri TVSelf - Guest2.6
2022Still Working 9 to 5 MovieSelf10.0
2022Dolly Parton at the BBC MovieSelf5.0
2021Country Legends: Dolly Parton, Porter Wagoner & Friends MovieSelf (archive footage)
2021Leftover Feelings: A Studio B Revival MovieSelf
2021Kenny Rogers: All in for the Gambler MovieSelf7.3
2021Latin Grammy Celebrates: Them and Their Music MovieSelf - Performer7.5
2021Dolly Parton: A MusiCares Tribute MovieSelf6.7
2021Call Me Kat TVSelf - Guest Star (In Memoriam of Leslie Jordan)6.3
2020The Library That Dolly Built MovieSelf10.0
2020A Holly Dolly Christmas MovieSelf - Host / Performer6.8
2020Dolly Parton: I Will Always Love You MovieSelf (archive footage)
2020Dolly Parton's Christmas on the Square MovieAngel5.8
2020The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart MovieSelf (archive footage)7.7
2020The Oprah Conversation TVSelf8.3
2020Biography: Kenny Rogers MovieSelf
2019Dolly Parton: Here I Am MovieSelf7.3
2019Christmas at Dollywood MovieDolly Parton6.7
2019Dolly Parton: 50 Years At The Opry MovieSelf5.7
2019Dolly Parton's Heartstrings TVSelf7.1
2019The Kelly Clarkson Show TVSelf6.2
2019Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice MovieSelf7.6
2019Harlem to Hollywood MovieSelf
2019Amber & Dolly: 9 to 5 MovieDolly Parton
2019Charley Pride: I'm Just Me MovieSelf4.6
2018Dolly & Friends: The Making of a Soundtrack MovieSelf
2018Shine On with Reese TVSelf7.8
2017The Year in Memoriam MovieSelf
2017All In For The Gambler: Kenny Rogers Farewell Concert Celebration MovieSelf8.3
2017The Orville TVDolly Parton7.6
2017The True Story of... TVSelf (archive footage)8.3
2017Born in Bristol: The Untold Story of the Birth of Country Music MovieSelf
2016A Pentatonix Christmas Special MovieSelf - Special Appearance7.2
2016Dolly Parton's Christmas of Many Colors: Circle of Love MovieThe Painted Lady6.0
2016Sisters in Country: Dolly, Linda and Emmylou MovieSelf7.5
2015Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors MovieSelf - Narrator6.4
2015Dolly Parton: Queen of Country MovieSelf (archive footage)10.0
2015The Late Show with Stephen Colbert TVSelf - Guest6.1
2015Grace and Frankie TVAgnes7.7
2014Country Queens at the BBC MovieSelf (archive footage)7.0
2014The Heart of Country: How Nashville Became Music City USA MovieSelf
2014Lily's Driftwood Bay TVNoleen (voice)4.0
2014Good Morning Britain TVSelf4.1
2014Late Night with Seth Meyers TVSelf - Guest5.1
2014The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon TVSelf5.8
2014The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon TVSelf - Guest5.8
2014America's Sweethearts: Queens Of Nashville MovieSelf (archive footage)
2013A Country Christmas Story MovieDolly Parton5.2
2013Shakespeare Was a Big George Jones Fan: 'Cowboy' Jack Clement's Home Movies MovieSelf8.0
2013Inequality for All MovieDoralee Rhodes (archive footage)7.5
2012Song by Song TVSelf8.0
2012Steve Harvey TVSelf7.0
2012Joyful Noise MovieG.G. Sparrow6.4
2011Country at the BBC MovieSelf (archive footage)7.5
2011Hollywood to Dollywood MovieSelf6.6
2011Why Not? with Shania Twain TVSelf (archive footage)
2011The Year Dolly Parton Was My Mom MovieDolly Parton (voice)6.6
2011Gnomeo & Juliet MovieDolly Gnome (voice)5.9
2010The Talk TVSelf3.0
2009Carrie Underwood: An All-Star Holiday Special MovieSelf5.2
2009The World According to Miley Cyrus MovieSelf4.0
2009The Jay Leno Show TVSelf3.3
2009Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen TVSelf - Guest4.9
2009Dolly: Live from London MovieSelf6.0
2009Dr. Robert F. Thomas - The Great Smoky Mountain Horseback Healer of Body and Soul MovieHerself
2009Backstory TVSelf
2009Dolly Parton & Friends: Love Always Live MovieSelf - Performer (archive footage)
2009RuPaul's Drag Race TVSelf - Special Guest7.5
200819 Kids and Counting TVSelf5.1
2008The Book Lady MovieSelf
2007Opry Video Classics: Duets MovieSelf (archive footage)10.0
2007Opry Video Classics: Hall of Fame MovieSelf (archive footage)10.0
2007Opry Video Classics: Queens of Country MovieSelf (archive footage)10.0
2007Opry Video Classics : Legends MovieSelf (archive footage)10.0
2007The Graham Norton Show TVSelf - Guest7.2
2007The Graham Norton Show TVSelf7.2
2007The Midnight Special Legendary Performances: More 1980 MovieSelf7.0
2007Countdown - The Wonder Years 2 MovieSelf (archive footage)8.0
2006Hannah Montana TVAunt Dolly7.1
2006The Howard Stern Interview TVSelf7.5
2005Naomi's New Morning TVSelf5.0
2005The Colbert Report TVSelf - Guest7.0
2005Tootsie's Orchid Lounge: Where the Music Began Movieself4.0
2005CMT: Inside Fame TVSelf7.0
2005Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous MovieDolly Parton5.7
2004Miley's New Year's Eve Party TVSelf - Host7.2
2004Miley's New Year's Eve Party TVSelf - Co-host7.2
2004Norah Jones and The Handsome Band: Live in 2004 MovieSelf - Special Guest6.2
2004The Paul O'Grady Show TVSelf - Guest5.1
2004The Best of So Graham Norton MovieSelf (archive footage)
2004Dolly Parton: Live & Well MovieSelf8.5
2004The Tony Danza Show TVSelf - Guest6.4
2004CMA Music Festival TVSelf
2004AFI's 100 Years... 100 Songs: America's Greatest Music in the Movies MovieDoralee Rhodes8.3
2004On Air with Ryan Seacrest TVSelf9.5
2003The Ellen DeGeneres Show TVSelf5.6
2003The Terry and Gaby Show TVSelf - Guest7.0
2003Jimmy Kimmel Live! TVSelf - "Mean Tweets"5.3
2003VH1: All Access TVSelf6.7
2002The Ultimate Collection Starring Johnny Carson - The Best of the 60s and 70s MovieUnknown character
2002CMT Music Awards TVSelf - Host10.0
2002American Idol TVSelf - Guest Performer5.0
2002American Idol TVSelf - Guest / Mentor5.0
2002Frank McKlusky, C.I. MovieEdith McKlusky4.3
2002CMT Crossroads TVSelf8.0
2001Graham Goes to Dollywood MovieSelf10.0
2001Reba TVDolly Majors6.6
2000Chet Atkins: A Life in Music MovieSelf8.0
1999The Early Show TVSelf6.2
1999Blue Valley Songbird MovieLeanna Taylor4.8
1999Jackie's Back! MovieDolly Parton6.9
1999Dolly Partons Precious Memories MovieUnknown character
1998Parkinson TVSelf
1997Get to the Heart: The Barbara Mandrell Story MovieDolly Parton7.0
1997The View TVSelf4.3
1996Unlikely Angel MovieRuby Diamond6.1
1996Dolly Parton: Treasures MovieSelf8.0
1996E! True Hollywood Story TVSelf8.1
1996The Daily Show TVSelf6.4
1996TFI Friday TVUnknown character7.1
1996Dollywood: A Memory Worth Repeating MovieSelf9.0
1995The Frank Skinner Show TVSelf7.5
1995Naomi & Wynonna: Love Can Build a Bridge MovieDolly Parton6.7
1995Big Dreams & Broken Hearts: The Dottie West Story MovieDolly Parton5.3
1995Heartsong MovieSelf10.0
1994The Magic School Bus TVKatrina Eloise 'Murph' Murphy (voice)7.7
1994Extra TVSelf - Guest3.8
1993Intimate Portrait TVSelf4.5
1993The Beverly Hillbillies MovieDolly Parton6.3
1993Late Night with Conan O'Brien TVSelf - Guest7.3
1993Late Show with David Letterman TVSelf - Top Ten Presenter6.5
1993Late Show with David Letterman TVSelf - Musical Guest6.5
1993Late Show with David Letterman TVSelf - Guest6.5
1993Bill Monroe: Father of Bluegrass Music MovieSelf9.5
1993The Women of Country MovieSelf (archive footage)
1992The Tonight Show with Jay Leno TVSelf - Guest5.3
1992Straight Talk MovieShirlee Kenyon6.1
1991Wild Texas Wind MovieThiola Rayfield6.0
1991Burt Reynolds' Conversations with... TVSelf7.0
1990Dolly Parton... Christmas at Home MovieSelf7.0
1989The Simpsons TVDolly Parton (voice)8.0
1989Steel Magnolias MovieTruvy Jones7.2
1989Kenny, Dolly & Willie: Something Inside So Strong MovieSelf9.0
1988Bob Hope's Jolly Christmas Show MovieSelf
1987A Down Home Country Christmas MovieSelf
1987Dolly TVSelf - Host10.0
1986A Smoky Mountain Christmas MovieLorna Davis5.9
1986Walt Disney World 15th Anniversary MovieSelf8.0
1986Designing Women TVDolly Parton, Guardian Movie Star6.8
1985Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers - Real Love MovieSelf4.5
1984Kenny & Dolly: A Christmas to Remember MovieSelf7.0
1984Rhinestone MovieJake Ferris4.9
1983Alvin and the Chipmunks TVDolly Parton (voice)6.8
1983Dolly in Concert MovieSelf7.8
1982The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas MovieMona Stangley6.3
1982The Best Little Special In Texas MovieUnknown character
1982Wogan TVSelf5.6
1982Late Night with David Letterman TVSelf - Guest6.2
1982Champs-Elysées TVSelf6.8
1982Champs-Elysées TVSelf (Vidéoclip) (archive footage)6.8
1981All-Star Party for Burt Reynolds MovieSelf6.0
1981De TV Show TVSelf9.0
1981Entertainment Tonight TVSelf4.3
1981Lily: Sold Out MovieDolly Parton6.5
1980Nine to Five MovieDoralee Rhodes7.0
1980Barbara Mandrell and the Mandrell Sisters TVSelf6.0
1979The Midnight Special Legendary Performances 1979 MovieSelf7.0
1979Dolly and Carol in Nashville MovieSelf / Trudy10.0
1979CBS News Sunday Morning TVSelf6.8
1978The Kennedy Center Honors TVSelf7.4
1978Cher... Special MovieSelf6.8
197850 Years of Country Music MovieSelf - Hostess5.0
1978The South Bank Show TVUnknown character5.6
1977Dolly! TVSelf - Hostess9.0
1975Saturday Night Live TVSelf - Host & Musical Guest6.9
1972Musikladen TVSelf8.0
1969An Old Time Country Christmas MovieSelf
196860 Minutes TVSelf6.5
1967CMA Awards TVSelf9.0
1966Academy of Country Music Awards TVSelf - Presenter4.5
1962The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson TVSelf7.6
1962The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson TVUnknown character7.6
1961The Mike Douglas Show TVSelf - Co-Hostess5.8
1961The Mike Douglas Show TVSelf5.8
1961The Mike Douglas Show TVSelf - Co-Host5.8
1961The Porter Wagoner Show TVSelf8.0
1959The Grammys TVSelf8.6
1953The Oscars TVSelf7.1
TBARun, Rose, Run MovieUnknown character

Crew (43)

YearTitleRoleRating
2026Bárbara Tinoco - A Curta Vida de uma Popstar, Live at MEO Arena MovieSongs · Sound7.0
2024Dolly Parton's Pet Gala MovieExecutive Producer · Production5.0
2023Dolly Parton Rockstar Global First Listen Event MovieMusic · Sound
2022Dolly Parton's Mountain Magic Christmas MovieExecutive Producer · Production6.6
2020A Holly Dolly Christmas MovieExecutive Producer · Production6.8
Show 38 more credits
YearTitleRoleRating
2020Dolly Parton's Christmas on the Square MovieMusic · Sound5.8
2020Dolly Parton's Christmas on the Square MovieLyricist · Writing5.8
2020Dolly Parton's Christmas on the Square MovieMusical · Writing5.8
2020Dolly Parton's Christmas on the Square MovieExecutive Producer · Production5.8
2019Dolly Parton: 50 Years At The Opry MovieExecutive Producer · Production5.7
2019Dolly Parton's Heartstrings TVExecutive Producer · Production7.1
2019Dolly Parton's Heartstrings TVOriginal Music Composer · Sound7.1
2018Dumplin' MovieSongs · Sound6.8
2016Dolly Parton's Christmas of Many Colors: Circle of Love MovieExecutive Producer · Production6.0
2015Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors MovieExecutive Producer · Production6.4
2009Dolly: Live from London MovieExecutive Producer · Production6.0
20099 to 5: The Musical MovieLyricist · Writing
20099 to 5: The Musical MovieMusical · Writing
2005Transamerica MovieSongs · Sound7.0
1999Blue Valley Songbird MovieExecutive Producer · Production4.8
1997Buffy the Vampire Slayer TVExecutive Producer · Production8.1
1996Unlikely Angel MovieSongs · Sound6.1
1996Unlikely Angel MovieExecutive Producer · Production6.1
1992Straight Talk MovieMusic · Sound6.1
1992Straight Talk MovieSongs · Sound6.1
1991Wild Texas Wind MovieMusic Supervisor · Sound6.0
1991Wild Texas Wind MovieVocals · Sound6.0
1991Wild Texas Wind MovieExecutive Producer · Production6.0
1991Wild Texas Wind MovieWriter · Writing6.0
1990Dolly Parton... Christmas at Home MovieExecutive Producer · Production7.0
1990Dolly Parton... Christmas at Home MovieMusic Supervisor · Sound7.0
1987A Down Home Country Christmas MovieProduction Supervisor · Production
1987A Down Home Country Christmas MovieMusic · Sound
1987A Down Home Country Christmas MovieSongs · Sound
1987Dolly TVCreator · Creator10.0
1986A Smoky Mountain Christmas MovieSongs · Sound5.9
1986A Smoky Mountain Christmas MovieStory · Writing5.9
1984Miami Vice TVSongs · Sound7.4
1984Rhinestone MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound4.9
1984Rhinestone MovieMusic Supervisor · Sound4.9
1982The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas MovieSongs · Sound6.3
1980Nine to Five MovieTheme Song Performance · Sound7.0
TBARun, Rose, Run MovieProducer · Production

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Questions about Dolly Parton

What are some of Dolly Parton's career highlights?

Dolly Parton has numerous career highlights including multiple Grammy Awards, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and her induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame. She is known for her successful music career as well as her acting roles in films and television.

Has Dolly Parton won any awards?

Yes, Dolly Parton has won 10 Grammy Awards from 49 nominations, along with numerous other accolades including the Kennedy Center Honors and the National Medal of Arts for her contributions to music and culture.

What was Dolly Parton's first film?

Dolly Parton's first film was 'Nine to Five' (1980), where she starred alongside Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin. The film was a major success and helped establish her acting career.

What are some of Dolly Parton's most successful films?

Some of Dolly Parton's most successful films include 'Nine to Five' (1980), 'Steel Magnolias' (1989), and 'Joyful Noise' (2012). Each film showcased her talent as both an actress and a singer.

What is known about Dolly Parton's personal life?

Dolly Parton has been married to Carl Dean since 1966. They maintain a relatively private life, and she has no children. Parton is also known for her philanthropic efforts, particularly in education and literacy.

What is Dolly Parton's estimated net worth?

Dolly Parton's estimated net worth is around $600 million, making her one of the wealthiest musicians in the world. Her wealth comes from her music career, business ventures, and theme park ownership.

What are some milestones in Dolly Parton's filmography?

Dolly Parton's filmography milestones include her breakout role in 'Nine to Five', her acclaimed performance in 'Steel Magnolias', and her recent work in films like 'Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors', showcasing her continued relevance in entertainment.

What genre of music is Dolly Parton known for?

Dolly Parton is primarily known for country music, but she has also explored pop, bluegrass, and gospel genres throughout her career. Her versatility has contributed to her lasting popularity and influence in the music industry.