Dolly Parton Legacy Celebration | Country Music News

Dolly Parton is being celebrated in a dazzling two-hour live TV special, “CMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton,” airing October 21st on ABC and streaming internationally on Disney+ and Hulu. The heartfelt tribute, filmed at Belmont University’s Fisher Center — a place steeped in Dolly’s legacy — blends live performances, archival footage, and personal stories to honor her music, business acumen, and humanitarian work. The title track, originally written by Dolly as a farewell to mentor Porter Wagoner in 1973, now serves as the anthem for her enduring legacy. Executives from the CMA and Belmont University emphasize this isn’t just a show — it’s a responsibility to honor a true icon who shaped country music. Proceeds will support Dolly’s beloved Imagination Library, which mails free books to children nationwide. More stars and details are coming soon — don’t miss this unforgettable tribute to a legend. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.countrythangdaily.com/the-cma-will-honor-dolly-parton-with-a-two-hour-live-special-on-october-21/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8f3dc7a3e963f456 Report issues to [email protected].