A02136D - Dolly Parton, Country Music Superstar, Philanthropic Angel, and a Rare Enrollee on My List of the Righteous

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Dolly Parton
Parton in 1977
Born	Dolly Rebecca Parton January 19, 1946 Pittman Center, Tennessee, U.S.
Died	August 25, 2026 (aged 80) Nashville, Tennessee, U.S.
Occupations	Musician songwriter actress philanthropist businesswoman
Years active	1956–2026
Spouse	Carl Dean ​ ​ (m. 1966; died 2025)​
Relatives	Bill Owens (uncle) Randy Parton (brother) Stella Parton (sister) Rachel Parton George (sister)
Awards	Full list
Musical career
Genres	Country bluegrass gospel rock
Instruments	Vocals guitar
Works	Albums singles songs recorded Wagoner and Parton discography
Labels	Goldband Mercury Monument RCA Victor Columbia Warner Bros. Rising Tide Decca Sugar Hill Dolly[1] Butterfly
Website	dollyparton.com
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 By now, virtually everyone has heard about the passing of Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton, Country Music Superstar Whose Songs Spoke to Millions, Dies at 80 - The New York Times

While there has been universal praise for Dolly, what I have found particularly interesting is the response within the African American community.  

"Lord please stop taking all the Caucasians we like!!": Fans react as Black community mourns Dolly Parton’s death - Inside her advocacy for African Americans - PRIMETIMER

Why Dolly Parton meant so much to Black communities: Black stars remember a one-of-a-kind icon

How Dolly Parton was an ally to everyone by leading with love

RIP: Dolly Parton’s Love For Whitney Houston, Beyonce And Black Culture Endured Beyond Country Music - AllHipHop

In my Memorial Service activities for the Black Alumni of Amherst College, I read a list that includes the names of the White Friends of the Black Alumni.  In my blogging activities, I do not have such a list.  However, I do have a separate blog where I list the people I call the Righteous.  For what it is worth in this World, Dolly Parton will be added to my List of the Righteous. And in remembering her, I encourage everyone to listen to one of her greatest musical collaborations.  

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I am sure that the Doors of Heaven have opened wide open for this Angel.

Peace,

Everett "Skip" Jenkins

Class of 1975

August 27, 2026