The Grand Ole Opry dedicated its Saturday night show to Dolly Parton, celebrating the late icon's life and legacy.
The tribute brought together country stars for an emotional evening, honoring Parton's decades-long connection to the legendary Nashville institution.
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A portion of every ticket sold for the show will be donated to Parton's Imagination Library, her literacy program.
Carly Pearce, who got her start at Dollywood and was invited by Parton to become an Opry member in 2021, performed "Those Memories of You."
Kathy Mattea sang "Jolene" in Parton's memory, while Ketch Secor and Molly Tuttle teamed up for "Just Someone I Used to Know."
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Dan Tyminski dedicated "Smile When You're Alone" to Parton, saying her voice would have been perfect for the song.
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Graham Brown's "Beulah Land," Belle Frantz's Opry debut with "Where No One Stands Alone," Channing Wilson's "My Tennessee Mountain Home," and Parton's niece Jada Star singing "The Orchard."
The night ended with a massive finale of "9 to 5," featuring a surprise appearance by Jelly Roll.
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An emotional video of Parton performing "I Will Always Love You" played as performers and backstage guests watched together.
Parton died last week at age 80 after being hospitalized in Nashville, as previously reported.
Her death marked the end of a career spanning more than six decades, including over 50 years as an Opry member.
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Saturday's tribute gave the Opry family a chance to celebrate that legacy, with Parton's music as the emotional centerpiece.