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Dolly Parton's Legacy Celebrated on TV
25 Aug
Summary
- Tributes to Dolly Parton are airing on multiple TV networks.
- A CBS News special will feature archives and new reports.
- Paramount networks will showcase her music and films.
Tributes to the iconic Dolly Parton are scheduled to be broadcast across multiple television networks. On August 25, 2026, CBS will air "Dolly Parton - An American Icon" from 10-11 p.m. ET/PT, also available for streaming on Paramount+. This special will delve into Parton's multifaceted career, drawing from extensive CBS News archives, including interviews with the artist and commentary from notable figures.
Paramount's networks, including CMT and CMT Music, will feature Dolly Parton's music videos starting today through the morning of August 26, 2026. CMT also plans a special "CMT Remembers" broadcast at a later date and will air her film "Steel Magnolias" later this week. The tributes follow the recent announcement of Parton's passing at the age of 80 in Nashville.
Her family's obituary described her as a "rhinestone life" that inspired with her music, wit, warmth, and kindness. Parton's seven-decade career left an indelible mark, influencing multiple generations through her music and philanthropic efforts, which emphasized love, compassion, and resilience.
