Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton stands as a defining figure among American Actors of the Baby Boomer.
American singer, songwriter and actress
"Dolly Parton's defining career moment might be the incredible success and impact of her song "I Will Always Love You." — About Dolly Parton
| Metric | Dolly Parton | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 80 | 53 | +27 yrs |
| Career length | 62 yrs | ~35 yrs | +27 yrs |
| Based on 4322 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Dolly Parton
Did you know that Dolly Parton has composed over 3,000 songs throughout her career, including two of the most iconic songs in music history, "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You"?
- She wrote both her iconic songs "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You" on the very same day in 1973.
- Her family was so poor that her father paid the doctor who delivered her with a sack of oatmeal.
- She is the beloved godmother to pop superstar Miley Cyrus.
- Parton once entered a Dolly Parton look-alike contest and lost to a drag queen.
- Her Imagination Library has mailed over 200 million free books to children worldwide since its inception.
Dolly Parton's defining career moment might be the incredible success and impact of her song "I Will Always Love You." Originally a country hit for her in 1974 and again in 1982, it gained global legendary status when Whitney Houston covered it in 1992, becoming one of the best-selling singles of all time and solidifying Parton's legacy as a transcendent songwriter.
Dolly Parton's lasting cultural impact is defined by her groundbreaking music, her shrewd business acumen with ventures like Dollywood, and her transformative philanthropy through the Imagination Library, making her a beloved icon of resilience, generosity, and authentic self-expression.