For Parton, whose philanthropy has long focused on children’s health, education, and opportunity, the renaming serves as a symbol of commitment that started at her own kitchen table growing up, watching her father, Robert Lee Parton, who never learned to read or write.

Dolly Parton reassured fans that she was doing well following her sister's comments on her health, and refuted rumors that she was on her "deathbed".

While preparing to end the year with a residency in Las Vegas, Dolly Parton shocked fans when she announced she needed to postpone the concerts. Although expected to kick off in December, the residency will now happen in September 2026. Apologizing to fans ...