Posthumous Award Surprise

Dolly Parton accepted Americana Lifetime Achievement Award in video recorded before her death

Video Release Details

Video filmed during summer, showing Parton relaxed and lively at age 80

Emmylou Harris Introduction

Emmylou Harris introduced Parton, highlighting her legacy and impact

Brandi Carlile Tribute

Brandi Carlile performed Parton's 'Coat of Many Colors' with I'm With Her

Parton's Acceptance Speech

Parton thanked AMA, called her career a musical renaissance, and said she will always love fans

“Well, hey, it’s Dolly, and I am so honored to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Americana Music Association. I mean, roots music, or what is now called Americana music, is what I grew up playing back in the Smoky Mountains. It’s that same music that drew me back to East Tennessee back in 1997 to write and record my album ‘Hungry Again.’”

Dolly's Legacy

Dolly opened Dollywood, created Imagination Library with 300 million books, and funded COVID vaccine research

Tribute Performances

Tom Petty and Heartbreakers reunited for 50th anniversary tribute

Emotional Ceremony

Ceremony featured emotional tributes to Dolly Parton and Tom Petty