Dolly Parton once gave $1 million to help develop the Moderna COVID vaccine at Vanderbilt: ‘I’m kind of addicted to the feeling of giving’

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Dolly Parton had a $450 million fortune at her passing, but spent much of her life giving it away—including $1 million toward COVID-19 vaccine research.

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Sports world pays tribute to Dolly Parton

The legendary singer-songwriter from the Volunteer State died Tuesday at the age of 80.

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How ‘Hannah Montana’ Introduced a New Generation to Dolly Parton

Aunt Dolly made three iconic appearances on the beloved Disney Channel series starring Parton's real-life goddaughter, Miley Cyrus.

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Miley Cyrus Remembers Godmother Dolly Parton: “I Have An Angel By My Side”

Miley Cyrus mourned the loss of her godmother and mentor Dolly Parton, who died Tuesday at the age of 80, writing in an Instagram post the following morning that “the feeling of losing my Aunt Dolly is beyond what feels right to share.

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‘9 to 5? She was full-on round the clock!’ Dolly Parton celebrated by kd lang, Peggy Seeger, Annie Lennox and more

Musicians and performers pay tribute to the country legend who managed to be a generational talent, a formidable entrepreneur, a dedicated philanthropist and a truly kind person Shirley Collins , singer-songwriter Continue reading...

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Miley Cyrus Honors Godmother Dolly Parton: ‘I Have an Angel by My Side. I Always Have’

Miley Cyrus has paid tribute to her godmother, the late country music legend Dolly Parton, in an emotional message posted to Instagram. “The feeling of losing my Aunt Dolly is beyond what feels right to share.

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Hollywood Reporter•

Miley Cyrus Remembers Dolly Parton: “I Will Always Love Her”

As godmother and goddaughter, Parton and Cyrus have had a long-standing relationship, dating back to the latter singer's starring turn on 'Hannah Montana.'…

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