Dolly Parton in Her Own Words: Career and Life
In interviews conducted over nearly half a century, Dolly Parton has made candid remarks about her music, film career, philanthropic activities, and private life.
Renowned artist Dolly Parton has shared her journey to fame, outlook on life, and artistic stance in her own words through interviews conducted with members of the press over a span of about fifty years.
Belief in Stardom and Cinema
The artist stated that she never saw herself as a movie star, but she knew for certain she would be a star as a singer, writer, or poet.
Preference for Authenticity
She indicated that she could not act, but would be interested in projects when presented with a story where she could simply be herself.
Memory with President Jimmy Carter
Recalling the moments when she kissed President Jimmy Carter at the White House, she humorously mentioned that her husband even wanted a photograph of the occasion.
Evaluation of Acting Performance
Evaluating her acting in her first film experience, "9 to 5," she said that she was very good in some scenes, while she remained average in others.
Dollywood and the Appalachian Heritage
She noted that she brought the Dollywood project to life to prevent Hollywood from misrepresenting the region and to preserve Smoky Mountain culture.
Understanding of Marriage and Happiness
Emphasizing that she and her husband, Carl Dean, fell in love at first sight, she highlighted that no one had ever caught her attention more than her husband.
Opposition to Retirement and Passion for Work
Expressing that she will never retire, she stated that she wants to be like Bob Hope, who continued touring even at the age of one hundred, and hopes to pass away while singing.
Honorary Doctorate and Philanthropy
While making jokes about the honorary doctorate title she received, she stated that she does charity work not to draw attention, but out of a feeling coming from the heart.