Steel Magnolias star Carol Sutton, 76, dead after bout with COVID-19

Dirty Projectors member Amber Coffman has shared a cover of Dolly Parton‘s 1970s Christmas song ‘Hard Candy Christmas’.The song, originally written by Carol Hall, was popularised by its use in the 1978 musical The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, and Parton released her version four years later as part of the film adaptation of the play.“Earlier this month I decided I didn’t want to wait another year to record Hard Candy Christmas, and Buddy Ross and I managed to finish it remotely in 6 days!”

Taylor Swift fans are sharing their outrage after the “Cardigan” singer was removed from a Nashville mural depicting some of the biggest stars in country music. 

Dolly Parton is adept enough at Twitter to churn out wholesome memes on a whim, but it turns out the social media mastery gene runs in the Parton family. The musician's sister, Stella Parton, has been going off on Twitter, speaking openly about her opinions on politics and the President of the United States.

died on Saturday after a battle with COVID-19. He was 86.The iconic singer became the first Black artist to be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, as well as the first Black country artist to perform at the Grand Ole Opry.

Country musician Charley Pride died on Saturday, aged 86. His publicist confirmed that the death was as a result of complications related to COVID-19.Among the many tributes paid to him over the weekend, Dolly Parton said on social media: “I’m so heartbroken that one of my dearest and oldest friends, Charley Pride, has passed away.

Black country stars Darius Rucker and Mickey Guyton have added their tributes to the late Charley Pride following his death on Saturday. The first African-American country superstar lost his battle with COVID and stars like Dolly Parton have been quick to pay their respects.

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Carol Sutton, the actress best known for her roles in "Steel Magnolias" and the TV series "Queen Sugar," has died due to complications from coronavirus. Her death was announced by New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell.

Cantrell Tweeted of the Big Easy native. “We will always remember her commanding stage presence, her richly portrayed characters, and the warm heart she shared with her fellow cast and crew in productions such as ‘4000 Miles’ and ‘A Raisin in the Sun.’ May she rest in God’s perfect peace.”Sutton had an extensive filmography, with roles in the 2001 movie “Monster’s Ball,” the 2011 film “The Help” and “The Last Exorcism” in 2010, among others dating back to the 1970s.

died on Saturday after a battle with COVID-19. He was 86.The iconic singer became the first Black artist to be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, as well as the first Black country artist to perform at the Grand Ole Opry.

died on Saturday after a battle with COVID-19. He was 86.The iconic singer became the first Black artist to be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, as well as the first Black country artist to perform at the Grand Ole Opry.

The country world is in mourning following the death of Charley Pride. The 86-year-old country music legend, who was best known for his 1971 hit 'Kiss an Angel Good Mornin'', passed away in his home city of Dallas, Texas, from complications of Covid-19 on Saturday (12.

Charley Pride has died aged 86. The country music legend, who was best known for his 1971 hit 'Kiss an Angel Good Mornin'', passed away in his home city of Dallas, Texas, from complications of Covid-19 on Saturday (12.

'Steel Magnolias' star Carol Sutton has died. The 76-year-old actress sadly passed away after a month-long battle with Covid-19, New Orleans mayor LaToya Cantrell has confirmed.

COVID-19. The news was confirmed by New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell.«Carol Sutton was practically the Queen of New Orleans theater, having graced the stages across the city for decades,» LaToya said in a statement.

died on Saturday after a battle with COVID-19. He was 86.The iconic singer became the first Black artist to be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, as well as the first Black country artist to perform at the Grand Ole Opry.

a statement from New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell on Saturday, recognizing Sutton as a fixture in the local theater community for decades.“The world may recognize her from her performances in movies and on TV — whether it’s ‘Treme’ or ‘Claws,’ or ‘Runaway Jury’ or ‘Queen Sugar’ — but we will always remember her commanding stage presence, her richly portrayed characters, and the warm heart she shared with her fellow cast and crew in productions such as ‘4000 Miles’ and ‘A Raisin in the Sun,'”