American country music icon Dolly Parton was born on January 19, 1946, and has been active in the entertainment industry, charity work, and songwriting for decades.

 Dolly Parton is 78 years old in 2024.

Dolly Parton's estimated net worth is an incredible $650 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.  

Songs: Islands in the Stream Jolene

Carl Thomas Dean is Parton's spouse, and they've been married since 1966. 

There were other singers in her family besides her! Dolly had eleven siblings, a few of whom were also talented musicians. 

From an early age, Dolly loved music. At six years old, she began performing for an audience, and at eight years old, she had her very own guitar. 

Dollywood, a well-known Tennessee theme park in Pigeon Forge, is co-owned by Dolly. 

There's a statue of Dolly Parton in her hometown of Sevierville, Tennessee.

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