The New York Times – Music:
Her idea to create a “fantasy city” that celebrated her home region turned into a billion-dollar attraction that maintained its authentic feel.
Category: Country Music
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Dolly Parton Wrote ‘I Will Always Love You’ and ‘Jolene’ in One Creative Burst
The New York Times – Music:
Two of her defining hits — “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You” — were perhaps written in the same day. In different ways, they found sturdy melodies for precarious emotions.
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Why Dolly Parton Wouldn’t Let Elvis Presley Record ‘I Will Always Love You’
The New York Times – Music:
When Elvis Presley wanted to record the song, Parton made the hard-nosed decision to protect her ownership of her work.
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Dolly Parton Outsmarted Every Dumb-Blonde Joke
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Nothing a critic or comic said about Parton — and they said plenty — compared with what she said about herself. She stepped on their punchlines and took away their power.
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Dolly Parton Was a Trailblazer in Business, Too
The New York Times – Music:
Her vision to launch businesses to bring fans closer while protecting her intellectual property was ahead of her time.
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The Dolly Parton Moments That Are Going Viral After Her Death
The New York Times – Music:
After the country music legend died on Tuesday, fans shared clips of their favorite moments of the singer.
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Dolly Parton’s One-Day Songwriting Feat
The New York Times – Music:
Two of her defining hits — “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You” — were written in the same day. In different ways, they found sturdy melodies for precarious emotions.
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Dolly Parton’s Death Hits Home for Tennesseans: ‘She Was One of Us’
The New York Times – Music:
The country music star kept her home state at the forefront of her music and work. “She inspired Tennesseans to be better,” one resident said.
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Dolly Parton Died After Brief Battle With Cancer
The New York Times – Music:
Parton had recently canceled a Las Vegas residency because of health issues. A spokesman said she was admitted to a cancer center in Nashville on Friday.