From The Hollywood Reporter · Carly Thomas · · 1m
CMA to Honor Dolly Parton With Live ABC Special
A two-hour celebration will trace the country legend's journey from Tennessee to global icon.
In brief
A two-hour celebration will trace the country legend's journey from Tennessee to global icon. The CMA is producing a live two-hour ABC special celebrating Dolly Parton's life and legacy following her death at age 80. Originally reported by The Hollywood Reporter.
CMA announces Dolly Parton tribute
The Country Music Association revealed it's producing a live two-hour special to honor Dolly Parton, who died last month at age 80.
The special's title
The tribute is called CMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton.
What viewers will see
The show will feature performances, archival footage, and personal stories celebrating Parton as an artist, songwriter, and entertainer.
Her humanitarian legacy
The special will highlight Parton's work as a humanitarian, entrepreneur, and philanthropist whose generosity touched generations.
From Tennessee to the world
The celebration traces her journey from the mountains of east Tennessee to becoming one of America's most beloved entertainers.
“whose music and generosity carried her from the mountains of east Tennessee into the hearts of generations around the world”
In short
The CMA is producing a live two-hour ABC special celebrating Dolly Parton's life and legacy following her death at age 80.
