What businesses can learn from Dollynomics

Parton will be remembered mostly for her records, but she was also an entrepreneur

Tim Curry, star of 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show,' dies at 80

The British actor took on numerous roles in both theater and film, including 'Home Alone 2: Lost in New York' and 'Clue.' He passed away at his home in Los Angeles on Tuesday.

Dolly Parton died after a brief period of cancer

The singer, songwriter, actress and philanthropist was admitted to the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville last week.

By Violet Jira

Rebecca Hendin on the legacy of Dolly Parton – cartoon

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By Rebecca Hendin

How Dolly Parton's Imagination Library gave millions of children 'the gift of loving stories'

Dolly Parton gave hundreds of millions of free books to kids through her Imagination Library. Canadian Chaya Kulkarni works for the program, and says the singer felt it was a privilege just to help.

How Dolly Parton inspired women in leadership: 'We all owe Dolly a debt'

The legendary Dolly Parton inspired women to dream bigger and fight for what they deserve. Female business leaders and workers share what the icon meant to them.

'9 to 5' audience told of Dolly Parton's death on opening night

The audience of '9 to 5 The Musical' were told of the death of Dolly Parton on the show's opening night, Tuesday, at the Pavilion Theatre in Worthing.

Dolly Parton: Buckingham Palace guards play musical tribute

Britain’s royal family posted a video on social media Wednesday of the band of the Buckingham Palace guards playing Dolly Parton’s “9 to 5”, in tribute to the American country music legend who passed away Tuesday aged 80.

By FRANCE24

The unreleased Dolly Parton song, and why you’ll have to wait 20 years to hear it

Titled My Place in History, the unreleased track was written and sealed away in 2015. Fans must now wait until 2046 to listen to the music icon’s final song.

By Michael Idato

I went to Dollywood for the first time last summer, and I'm still thinking about it. I can't wait to go back.

I visited Dolly Parton's Dollywood last summer. Ron Davis/Getty Images I'm a longtime Disney World fan, but last summer, I visited Dollywood for the first time. The park in Tennessee was cheap, had few crowds, and had great snacks. Dollywood pleasantly surprised me and taught me about Dolly Parton's lasting legacy. Disney World has long been my dream vacation. Since I was a kid, I've loved heading down to Florida and spending time in the parks, jumping on some of my favorite rides like "Soa...

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’

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.

By Preston Fore

Experts note an 'astounding coincidence' after Dolly Parton's death

Dolly Parton’s 30 Greatest Songs

How do we count the ways in which we will always love her — do we go from 9 to 5,000? Here’s a compromise: We’ve selected 30 of Dolly Parton’s greatest songs, from among hundreds. This task is taken on knowing that among the omissions will be cuts that are most meaningful to different fans […]

By Chris Willman

Points rise in over half of all college courses across Ireland

Campaigners call for reform of ‘pressure cooker’ points system

By Niamh Towey

Dolly Parton Biopic, Docuseries and Scripted Series Among Planned Projects Before Death

"Ever the planner, Dolly worked with the team that she handpicked, for the past several years to build a project roadmap that will guide us for decades to come,” says her longtime manager Danny Nozell.

By Lexy Perez

Why did Hersheypark apologize after Dolly Parton's death? Uproar over now-deleted ‘Dollywood’ post

Hersheypark apologized for a social media response deemed insensitive by Dolly Parton fans following her death.

Luke Evans, ‘Clue’ Stars, Josh Gad & More Pay Tribute To Tim Curry

Tributes are pouring in for Tim Curry, best known for his work on The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Clue and much more, following the beloved actor’s death Tuesday at the age of 80. Luke Evans, who recently wrapped a seven-month run in The Rocky Horror Show on Broadway playing Dr. Frank-N-Furter, the role Curry originated, […]

By Denise Petski

Tim Curry Tributes Pour in From Co-Stars Carol Burnett, Rob Schneider, Michael McKean, More

The actor, who starred in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Clue, and Home Alone 2, died Tuesday at age 80

By Cheyenne Roundtree

From Nashville to Nairobi: Dolly Parton’s enduring African influence

Country music icon Dolly Parton's remarkable career spanned generations and inspired people around the world – including across Africa. The star, who died in Tennessee on Tuesday at the age of 80, was particularly appreciated in South Africa thanks to her collaboration with renowned Zulu group Ladysmith Black Mambazo.

By Ollia Horton with RFI

‘We’ve been playing her all day’ - Clare café named after Dolly Parton on how star inspired their ethos

By Jessica Mercer

Dolly Parton, we will always love you - The Observer

Dolly Parton, we will always love you  The Observer

Miley Cyrus shares one of the last conversations she had with godmother Dolly Parton

Parton guest-starred on Hannah Montana in 2006, where Cyrus got her start as an actor and singer at just 13.

Dollywood’s Doors Are Open Following Dolly Parton’s Death: ‘The Show Must Go On’

"Together, we honor her by carrying forward her message of love, perseverance, and hope," a statement from the park reads.

By Hannah Dailey

Dolly Parton, country star, actor and philanthropist, dies aged 80

Dollywood President Shares Park’s Fate After Dolly Parton’s Death

We all know more Dolly Parton is what we need right now.  It’s why the president of Dollywood—the Tennessee theme park partially owned by legendary country singer’s Dolly Parton Productions—took a...

By Hayley Santaflorentina

Arts & Culture - Screens - Ahram Online

Arts & Culture - Screens  Ahram Online

Family announces Fidau, artists’ tribute for late actor Ogogo

The family of late Nollywood veteran Ogogo announces details for his 8th-day Fidau prayer and a special Artists’ Day tribute in Ilaro, Ogun State. Read More: https://punchng.com/family-announces-fidau-tribute-for-late-actor-ogogo/

By Punch Newspapers

Ogogo’s daughter didn’t welcome child, family says

The family of late Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has dismissed reports and a viral video claiming that his daughter, Shakirat (Kira) Taiwo, recently welcomed a baby boy. The post Ogogo’s daughter didn’t welcome child, family says appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

Tribute to the late Kwabena Kesse (Stephen Boateng) from the May 9 Foundation and its president, Mr. Herbert Mensah

For the May 9 Foundation, Mr. Kesse's loss is particularly personal and immense. He was not just a donor; he was one of the foundation's original and most consistent champions. From the very inception of our mission in 2001, following the horrific Accra Sports Stadium disaster, Mr. Kesse stood with us. He was a source of strength, providing unwavering support that has been a cornerstone of our work for a quarter of a century.

By Isaac Yeboah

Country star Dolly Parton dead at 80 - The Copenhagen Post

Country star Dolly Parton dead at 80  The Copenhagen Post