Happy Birthday, Dolly Parton! (2023)
Dolly Rebecca Parton was born on January 19, 1946, in Tennessee, United States. Her parents were Avie Lee Caroline and Robert Lee Parton Sr., and they had 12 children altogether. The family lived in rural Appalachia. In as much as they had money issues in the family, Parton has mentioned that when it came to the smartest person she knew, it was her father, who could do good business and make a profit. Parton was exposed to music from a young age; from her mother who sang and played the guitar to her learning about music personally while performing in church. From a humble background to performing on grand platforms, Parton’s journey is an inspiring one, and we love the great effect she has brought to country music.
(photo credit: National Today)
