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CBS News Honors Dolly Parton's Legacy
25 Aug
Summary
- A special tribute to Dolly Parton will air Tuesday evening.
- The program features interviews from 2009 and 2023.
- Tributes came from across the political spectrum.
A special tribute to the iconic Dolly Parton is set to air on CBS News. The program, "A CBS News Special: Dolly Parton -- An American Icon," will broadcast Tuesday evening at 10 p.m. ET.
Anchors Gayle King and Tony Dokoupil will lead the commemoration, joined by a team of CBS News journalists. They will delve into Parton's remarkable career and enduring legacy.
The special will include compelling excerpts from notable interviews. Viewers will see highlights from a 2009 "60 Minutes" conversation with Morley Safer and a 2023 "CBS News Person-To-Person" interview with Norah O'Donnell.
Parton's death prompted widespread tributes, underscoring her role as a unifying presence. President Donald Trump ordered flags lowered in her honor, and prominent figures like Bill Clinton and Kamala Harris shared their remembrances.
