Dolly Parton (Singer, actress)

Dolly Parton was an iconic American country musician, songwriter, actress, philanthropist, and businesswoman whose career spanned nearly 60 years and earned her numerous major awards and honors. She wrote more than 3,000 songs, including classics such as “Jolene,” “Coat of Many Colors,” “9 to 5,” and “I Will Always Love You,” while also achieving major success in film and television. With more than 100 million records sold, 25 country No. 1 singles, and 49 studio albums, Parton became one of the best-selling and most influential artists in music history.