Dolly Parton’s new novel exposes the ‘dark side’ of the music industry

Dolly Parton is notoriously private when it comes to her personal life but over the years has given insights into the secret behind her decades-long marriage.MORE: Dolly Parton and Kelsea Ballerini's fans all notice the same things from their ACM performanceThe country superstar has been married to Carl Dean since 1966 and recently put one of the many reasons it's a success down to their star signs."We are good friends, we respect each other. We like each other.

It looks like Dolly Parton is getting ready to turn her life story into a project!

Wilson Chapman editorDolly Parton has had an unrivaled career as a country music star, with decades of beloved hits and a nearly peerless reputation in the industry. Now, she recently revealed that she’s in talks to potentially bring the story of her career to the big screen.During a Feb.

the story of her nearly 66-year career, the project — like most things — was delayed due to the coronavirus.“I’ve been talking about doing my Broadway musical and we were really, really way out ahead of that, and then COVID hit and that changed my mind about a whole lot of things,” Parton admitted during a recent appearance on “Mr. Nashville Talks.” However, the music legend and celebrated philanthropist has not given up hope on seeing it come to life in some form.“I do intend someday to be on Broadway, but I’m thinking now that I might do my life story as a feature,” she said of possibly making a movie.

Reese Witherspoon took to Instagram on Monday to share some big news with her fans.MORE: 7 Reese Witherspoon Book Club reads for your 2022 reading list - including her latest pickThe Oscar-winning actress shared a snapshot showing her posing with a copy of Dolly Parton and James Patterson's book, Run Rose Run, and exclaimed: "Dreams really do come true!WATCH: Reese Witherspoon's children make surprise appearance in fun video"I could not be happier to share that @HelloSunshine is adapting #RunRoseRun by @DollyParton and @jamespattersonbooks into a movie! I'm so grateful to Dolly & James for trusting us with their vision to bring this special story to life."READ: Reese Witherspoon and ex Ryan Phillippe share sweet message exchangeMORE: Reese Witherspoon shares very rare photo with brother for special reasonHello Sunshine is an American media company founded by Reese and Seth Rodsky in 2016. Previous projects include Wild, Gone Girl, Big Little Lies and The Morning Show.A post shared by Reese Witherspoon (@reesewitherspoon)Reese shared her big news with fans on InstagramRun, Rose, Run, meanwhile, is described as a thriller about a young singer-songwriter on the rise - and also on the run, determined to do whatever it takes to survive.

Dolly Parton could once again come to the big screen with the help of Reese Witherspoon. The "9 to 5" singer and actress, 76, has secured a deal with Witherspoon’s production studio Hello Sunshine to adapt Parton’s novel, "Run, Rose Run," into a film centered on the best-seller that Parton co-wrote with James Patterson.

Dolly Parton will star in the film adaptation of Run, Rose, Run, the novel she co-wrote with author James Patterson.Following the book’s release last month, along with a companion album of the same name, the singer has announced she’ll produce a film adaptation alongside Patterson for Reese Witherspoon’s media company Hello Sunshine.Witherspoon will also be a producer on the project alongside Hello Sunshine’s president of film and television, Lauren Neustadter.“Growing up in Nashville, I’ve loved Dolly since the moment I heard her magical voice and saw her luminous personality shine onstage,” Witherspoon said. “Beyond her magnetic presence as an artist and performer, she is one of the greatest songwriters and storytellers of our time.

NEW YORK -- With some support from her friend Reese Witherspoon, Dolly Parton is looking to be a movie star again.Parton is teaming with Witherspoon's Hello Sunshine media company for an adaptation of the best-selling novel she co-wrote with James Patterson, “Run, Rose Run.” Published in early March, the Nashville-based book centers on a bond between an aspiring country singer and a retired country superstar, a character Parton has said during media interviews that she was anxious to play on film."James and I love Reese and look forward to working with her and her wonderful team,” Parton said in a statement Monday.Witherspoon, who grew up in Nashville and won an Oscar for playing country great June Carter Cash in “Walk the Line,” said in a statement that Parton had long been one of her idols.“Dolly Parton is not only an icon to me, but a true inspiration to women and girls everywhere,” Witherspoon said. "My admiration for her grew to even greater heights when reading ‘Run, Rose, Run,’ a gripping and heartbreaking book I couldn’t put down.

Dolly Parton is taking on a new role!

Brent Lang Executive Editor of Film and MediaDolly Parton will return to the big screen in an upcoming feature film adaption of “Run, Rose, Run.” The movie is based on a novel that Parton co-wrote with James Patterson. The pair will produce the feature film for Hello Sunshine. Its founder Reese Witherspoon will also produce the movie along with Hello Sunshine’s President of Film and Television Lauren Neustadter.“Run, Rose, Run” was published this month and topped The New York Times bestseller list.

A big screen take of Dolly Parton and James Patterson’s bestselling novel, Run, Rose, Run, is in the works at Hello Sunshine, one which the 11x Grammy winning, 2x Oscar nominated singer-songwriter will star in and produce.

took herself out of the running to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year — “I don’t feel that I have earned that right,” she said in an Instagram post— she revealed that she hopes to one day be “worthy” of another nomination.“This has … inspired me to put out a hopefully great rock ’n’ roll album at some point in the future, which I have always wanted to do!” she said.And if Johnny Cash could work with Rick Rubin and Loretta Lynn could collaborate with Jack White, then certainly Parton could get some rock love.Rundgren — who in addition to being inducted into the RRHOF last year as an artist, has produced everyone from Badfinger and the New York Dolls to Meat Loaf’s “Bat Out of Hell” — would love to collaborate with Parton behind the boards. “Who wouldn’t?” Rundgren, 73, said.“She’s made so many records, has so much experience, you know there’s not going to be any sort of funny business about doing it.

Ethan Shanfeld Dolly Parton has long been considered the Queen of Country, but the Nashville music titan was on track to earn a new title: Rock and Roll Hall of Famer. That is, until Parton bowed out of the race.“Even though I am extremely flattered to be nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, I don’t feel that I have earned that right,” the singer-songwriter wrote in a statement posted to social media.

Dolly Parton may have dazzled as host of the recent ACM Awards but there was something weighing heavily on her mind which she's since opened up about. On the night of the country music ceremony, Dolly took a moment to think about the people of Ukraine and send prayers to the citizens of the war-stricken country. MORE: Inside Dolly Parton's 56 year marriage to husband she met when she was 18During a virtual appearance on the UK's The One Show, Dolly explained why she felt she had to cast light on it and shift the focus to a more serious one. WATCH: Dolly Parton makes heartfelt confession about hosting ACM Awards "Well," she said. "I felt that it was not only important but urgent to do it because there's so much grief and so much sorrow.

moving rendition of the song “I Will Always Love You” at the 2022 ACM Awards on Monday evening.Clarkson rocked a long-sleeved black gown for the performance at the ceremony, held at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. After the “Miss Independent” singer sweetly sang a cover of the late Whitney Houston track, Parton came out on stage and greeted Clarkson.“Give it up for Dolly Parton,” Clarkson exclaimed as she left the stage.“I know that Whitney is smiling down on us tonight, so thank you very much — she would be proud of that,” Parton told the audience.We will always love @kellyclarkson ❤️ Watch the #ACMawards on @PrimeVideo! pic.twitter.com/Tp9cpPN55I“I was backstage trying not to cry my false eyelashes off — slinging snot in every direction and tears,” the “9 to 5” actress continued.

Morgan Wallen won Album Of The Year at last night’s Academy of Country Music Awards (March 7) a year after he was suspended by his record label for using a racial slur.Wallen sparked controversy back in February 2021 after footage of him yelling a racial slur outside his home in Nashville surfaced. After issuing an apology, he was subsequently dropped by a number of radio stations and temporarily suspended from his label, Big Loud.Wallen was also barred from attending and being nominated at last year’s ACM Awards, while he was banned from attending November’s CMA Awards despite being nominated.Despite this, sales of Wallen’s album ‘Dangerous’ surged in the US and he maintained the Number One spot on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart in the US for a record-breaking 10 weeks.Wallen’s January 2021-released ‘Dangerous: The Double Album’, which was released via Big Loud and Republic Records, won Album Of The Year at last night’s ceremony at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.And ACM Album of the Year goes to… Dangerous: The Double Album by @MorganWallen! #ACMawards pic.twitter.com/4AcbMY0Zyf— ACM Awards (@ACMawards) March 8, 2022Wallen did not address the racism controversy directly during his acceptance speech at the ACM Awards, but he did thank those who had “shown me grace along the way”.While Wallen’s victory in the category was celebrated by his fans, the ACM Awards was also criticised online for their decision to award the singer with the honour.

Chris Stapleton is proving he is seriously dad goals! The country star just revealed his son's epic 13th birthday plans, and it is sure to be an unforgettable night for both of them.MORE: Chris Stapleton proves what a doting dad he is as he talks about his childrenDuring Monday's 57th Academy of Country Music Awards – taking place in Las Vegas and hosted by Dolly Parton – the Tennessee Whiskey singer revealed it wasn't only his wife, Morgane Stapleton, who was with him in attendance. As the singer hit the red carpet to answer questions about his imminent performance during the awards, he confessed there was another special occasion going on in his life.WATCH: The Academy of Country Music Awards has a new home and a new streaming platform - find out all you need to knowMORE: All the show-stopping looks from the 2022 ACM AwardsWhile the Stapleton family is notoriously private and little is known about their five children, he did reveal that one of them is attending Monday's show, and for an extra special reason: to celebrate their thirteenth birthday!The night is set to be an emotional one for Chris, as he announced he will be performing a song in tribute to the horrific 2017 Las Vegas shooting at the Route 91 Harvest music festival. Chris and Morgane with two of their five children, Wayland and AdaThe star has previously expressed just how important – and involved – his family is in his music.