Dolly Parton to star in musical film ‘Mountain Magic Christmas’

Dolly Parton kicked off the Party at the Palace with a heartfelt message to the Queen. Appearing via video link, the country singer could be seen dressed in a rhinestone-encrusted black turtleneck and sat in a yellow high-backed chair. MORE: Party at the Palace LIVE: Prince William & Prince Charles prepare for tributeHowever, eagle-eyed viewers will have spotted that in the background of the shot, Dolly had placed a framed photo of the very first time she met the monarch - during another Jubilee celebration!WATCH: Dolly Parton sends special message to The QueenThe Queen of Country and the, well, actual Queen met backstage at a theatre in Glasgow over 45 years ago on 17 May 1977 during the latter's Diamond Jubilee tour.MORE: 15 Jubilee sales that are SO royally good they'll have you cheeringMORE: Dolly Parton shares heartwarming message after receiving award she initially rejectedTo mark the 25th anniversary of her coronation, the royal embarked on a tour across the UK which included a stop in Glasgow for a special Jubilee Gala Performance at the King's Theatre, where Dolly, along with the likes of the Jackson 5, Sydney Devine, and Frankie Howard entertained the monarch.

This summer one of the big blockbuster movies is set to be Elvis, a biopic of the hip-shaking '50s idol from maximalist director Baz Luhrmann and starring Austin Butler in the title role. Naturally, music will play a big part in the movie and details of its star-studded soundtrack have been confirmed, with an eclectic array of artists lined up to contribute to the party.

A police officer sued for sex harassment after his colleague called him 'Dolly Parton' because he only worked nine to five. PC Stephen Knox complained after the other PC whistled the country singer's hit song '9 To 5' at him at their station. His fellow officer even printed out A4-sized photographs of the American star's face and plastered them over PC Knox's computer and desk, an employment tribunal heard.

J. Kim Murphy Dan Rather has received the Peabody career achievement award, with Dolly Parton presenting the broadcast journalist with the honors.

Dolly Parton will once again help NBC ring in the holidays.

Doja Cat and Dolly Parton are set to appear in a new TikTok musical for Taco Bell about the chain’s notorious Mexican Pizza.Mexican Pizza: The Musical will air on the social media site on May 26 to mark the return of the previously discontinued and much-loved item to the fast food chain’s menu.Doja Cat has been a high-profile supporter of the Mexican Pizza, writing a “contractual” rap for Taco Bell in 2020 when the item was taken off the menu. “I will end you if you ever dare to go discontinued,” she rapped in the jingle, adding: “This ain’t even Mexican food.” ♬ original sound – Doja Cat The seeds of Mexican Pizza: The Musical were then sown when TikTok comedian Victor Kunda took the jingle and created a parody version of a musical about Mexican Pizza starring Doja Cat.

“Mexican Pizza: The Musical” is set for release on May 26, with Taco Bell sharing a Playbill cover to their official Instagram on Monday. But Parton fans needn’t book a ticket to Broadway, as the musical is set to be streamed on TikTok. Doja Cat, another famous fan of the fast-food establishment, is also set to appear in the show.

Taco Bell is really going all out for the return of the Mexican Pizza.Among the celebs who joined diehard fans in begging for the beloved menu item to return was Dolly Parton, who will now take part in a musical about the fast food chain. The country music legend and the fast food chain are teaming up to make Mexican Pizza: The Musical.Parton first revealed just how much she missed the Mexican Pizza back in January, when she sat down for an interview with Insider on Zoom.

Dolly Parton is setting her sights on the world of musicals.

Dolly Parton is officially a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame! The country music icon -- who appeared on the ballot for the first time in February -- will join this year’s class of inductees.«I am honored and humbled by the fact that I have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame,» Parton tweeted of the honor. «Of course I will accept it gracefully. Thanks to everyone that voted for me and to everyone at the @rockhall.

Dolly Parton deserves being inducted into it.MORE: Dolly Parton shares heartbreak after sad loss: 'I will always love you'The iconic singer shared her humble reaction in a heartfelt message of appreciation following the announcement that she had been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, even after she had politely declined the honor.News of the upcoming accolade had been announced in March, but Dolly took to Instagram to express that: "I don't feel like I have earned that right."WATCH: Dolly's incredible love storyMORE: Dolly Parton's wedding mini dress she regretted following elopement – photosFans couldn't believe her modesty, having already received a myriad of awards and honors across her nearly sixty year career, and strongly establishing herself as one of music's – within country and beyond – most beloved legends.In her initial statement opting out of the running, she said: "I really do not want votes to be split because of me, so I must respectfully bow out. I do hope that the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will understand and be willing to consider me again – if I'm ever worthy."Despite her claims of unworthiness, the committee firmly maintained that the honor is undoubtedly well-deserved, and inducted her into the Hall of Fame anyways.A post shared by Dolly Parton (@dollyparton)Dolly expresses her deep gratitudeUpon the news, she took to Instagram once again to express her gratitude in yet another modest, heartwarming statement.MORE: Dolly Parton's secret to her successful marriage with husband Carl DeanMORE: Dolly Parton makes urgent plea to help Ukraine in post ACM Awards interviewShe wrote: "I am honored and humbled by the fact that I have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Dolly Parton has discussed her forthcoming induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, saying that she “never meant to cause trouble” by initially declining the nomination.Yesterday the Rock Hall Class of 2022 was announced, with the country icon included alongside Eminem, Duran Duran, Lionel Richie, Eurythmics, Carly Simon, Judas Priest and Pat Benatar.Parton’s inclusion in the list came after she announced she was taking herself out of the running back in March, explaining that though she was “extremely flattered” to be nominated, she didn’t feel she had “earned that right” and did not “want the votes split” as a result.However, the Rock Hall later clarified that Parton was still in the running, despite her request to be withdrawn, and would still be eligible for induction into the Hall of Fame if she secured enough votes.Last week, the singer reversed her stance, saying she would accept the honour should she be voted in. “Well, I’ll accept gratefully,” she replied when asked in an interview on NPR’s Morning Edition what she’d do if she received enough votes to be inducted.

Dolly Parton has finally accepted her induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

told Variety on Wednesday that Parton, 76, is a “super fan” of the show, which has just wrapped filming its second season. “Dolly literally wrote me a letter like, ‘You are a badass on that show!’” Latifah revealed. “I may have to call and ask if she wants to be on.”It’s certainly possible that the crooner could make a cameo on the primetime crime drama, given she just guest-appeared on another small-screen series.

Eminem, Duran Duran, Dolly Parton and Lionel Richie are all set to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame in 2022.Eurythmics, Carly Simon, Judas Priest and Pat Benatar will also be inducted into the Hall Of Fame this year.Kate Bush, Beck, DEVO, Fela Kuti, MC5, New York Dolls, Rage Against The Machine and Dionne Warwick made the initial shortlist for 2022, but didn’t make the final cut.The honourees — voted on by more than 1000 artists, historians and music industry professionals — each “had a profound impact on the sound of youth culture and helped change the course of rock ’n’ roll,” said John Sykes, the chairman of the Rock Hall, in a statement.The 2022 event, which will be the Hall’s 37th annual induction ceremony, will be held on November 5 at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.The announcement comes after Parton initially refused the honour on the grounds that she didn’t feel that she had “earned the right”. But she reversed her stance last month to confirm she will accept the honour should she be voted in.Parton continued to explain that, at the time she made her statement bowing out, she hadn’t realised that the institution already included numerous artists from other genres outside the world of rock.

Dolly Parton, who said last week she would gracefully accept an induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame if it were offered, will have to do just that: The country music superstar was among the nominees selected for a spot in the hall today.

Dolly Parton is going to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame after all.