All Rights Reserved. "And of course Black lives matter. Please consider making a gift today to support this vital public service. Copyright © 2020 WTVD-TV. GPB is committed to bringing you comprehensive news coverage from Georgia, across the country and around the world. All Rights Reserved. The 74-year-old country crooner appeared on Tuesday's The Late Show for a virtual interview that became emotional for … Dolly Parton: The Billboard Photo Shoot On a recent fall afternoon at Nashville's NorthStar Studios, Parton is an animated conversationalist, throwing her head back and laughing often. Two years ago, Parton renamed the Dixie Stampede dinner theater show — one of many business ventures she runs — after criticism in the wake of the 2017 Charlottesville white supremacist rally. We'll just call it The Stampede,' " she said. "Of course Black lives matter. She had my heart with her music… https://t.co/8bTtg73RjV. "As soon as you realize that [something] is a problem, you should fix it. Do we think our little white asses are the only ones that matter? ", After the country star faced public criticism stemming from the association with the term "Dixie" and the slavery era of the United States, Parton dropped it. Acclaimed country singer and performer Dolly Parton voiced her support for the Black Lives Matter movement in a wide-ranging interview with Billboard. Atlanta, GA 30318 Aside from explaining her reflections and pragmatic responses to the pandemic, Parton voiced her full support for the Black Lives Matter mission and the more general, impassioned push for racial justice across the United States over the last few months: To further illustrate those listening abilities, Parton recalled her decision two years ago to change the name of her civil war themed, pyrotechnics-meets-rodeo entertainment venue formerly called the "Dixie Stampede. Parton was featured in a story in the August 15, 2020, issue of Billboard magazine. "When they said 'Dixie' was an offensive word, I thought, 'Well, I don't want to offend anybody. She’s the best of us. Don't be a dumbass. Dolly Parton expressed her support for Black Lives Matter in an interview with Billboard, saying that while she hasn't attended any marches this summer, she supports the protest movement and its push for racial justice. Today the Civil War-themed show is known as Dolly Parton's Stampede. People on Twitter were thrilled about Parton's matter-of-fact support. Clearly, the Queen of Country is staying focused and making the most of the pandemic pause. That’s where my heart… https://t.co/O672rwwe8u, @billboard @DollyParton In 100 years when the world no longer exists there will be a list floating in space that wi… https://t.co/B5CkYPSrUC, @billboard @YNB @DollyParton Just when you think Miss Dolly cannot get any better Aside from keeping her ears open to changing political tides in the country, Parton also discussed her $1 million donation to virus research, how she's steered her employees through the dire economic situation they've faced, and put in the tedious work of getting her will and estate in order. And increasingly, their names are being removed. @billboard @DollyParton Add her to Mount Rushmore. In this 5-Minute Interview, Dolly Parton Talks to Billboard about turning down Elvis Presley, what she admires about Taylor Swift, and more. "I understand people having to make themselves known and felt and seen," she told the magazine. WATCH: Dolly Parton will read to your kids in new series. Georgia Public Radio® GPTV®, Series: America Reckons With Racial Injustice, Universities Rethink Building Names In The Wake Of Racial Justice Protests, Critics Accuse Trump Of Using Race To Divide Americans, Confederate Statues Come Down Around U.S., But Not Everywhere. But the country-music legend has expressed her support of the Black Lives Matter movement in light of recent protests over the killings of George Floyd, … |Updated: August 17, 2020 4:30 PM. No!” –@DollyParton… https://t.co/RsKncuBiZj, “As soon as you realize that [something] is a problem, you should fix it. It's storytime with Dolly Parton! ❤️ https://t.co/F937ZelDws, @thehill wow she is normally vehemently a-political, so this is huge. Here's why this is the perfect time, Historic slave plantation in Durham known for brutality, rape and resilience, Face to face: Trump and Biden to meet for final debate, Family of woman killed in house fire sends safety warning, Shipping expert: Start online holiday shopping now, Unscripted Durham adds igloo dining to extend patio season, Trump to deliver remarks at Robeson Co. Fairgrounds on Saturday, Durham's food banks struggle to feed families as pandemic lingers on, LATEST: Raleigh cheer gym warns parents of potential exposure. In a recent interview with Billboard, 74-year-old Dolly Parton demonstrated just how simple adjusting to a changing America can be. August 15, 2020, issue of Billboard magazine. 260 14th St. NW Here's where you'll need to be so you don't miss it. The attraction was simply renamed "The Stampede.". Dolly Parton speaks out in support of Black Lives Matter in a new interview. In a recent interview with Billboard, 74-year-old Dolly Parton demonstrated just how simple adjusting to a changing America can be.. Aside from explaining her reflections and pragmatic responses to the pandemic, Parton voiced her full support for the Black Lives Matter mission and the more general, impassioned push for racial justice across the United States over the last few months: Country music legend Dolly Parton voiced her support for Black Lives Matter and the protesters pushing for change in America. Don’t be a dumbass. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org. racism shouldn’t be political, but alas we ha… https://t.co/oMpeMhRlj5, One Million Moms Now Threatening To Boycott Oreo Over Ad Daring To Show Queer Kids With 'Proud Parents', Guy Gets A Reality Check After Removing Banksy Artwork From Wall To Cash In On 'Antiques Roadshow', 'Straight, Happily Married' Dad Of Three Wears A Skirt And Heels To Work To Make A Powerful Statement, Maryland Man Arrested For Plot To Kidnap, Sodomize, And Murder Biden And Harris On National TV, Trump Supporter Bizarrely Claims That The President Is Only 'Racist Against Lazy People'. Do we think our little white asses are the only ones that matter? Dolly Parton is rarely political. This is a business. In her interview with Billboard, Parton addressed that controversy, saying she was guilty of "innocent ignorance" and "would never dream of hurting anybody on purpose.". The 74-year-old songwriter, singer, businesswoman and philanthropist also said her entire business empire has been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, but she's still hopeful for the future. August 14, 2020 11:22 AM Sign up to receive GPB Event announcements via Email. Parton called the decision to adapt a no-brainer. Billboard Duration: 05:04 8/13/2020 In this 5-Minute Interview, Dolly Parton Talks to Billboard about writing songs during the pandemic, how … "I understand people having to make themselves known and felt and seen," she told the magazine. United States, © Copyright 2020, Georgia Public Broadcasting. In an interview with Billboard magazine, … @billboard @DollyParton Love her! The country music group formerly known as The Dixie Chicks came to the same conclusion earlier this year. President Trump's alarming rhetoric on race is a feature of his 2020 campaign. Many U.S. colleges have lecture halls named after respected scientists who also promoted racial theories or practices that are now rejected. Dolly Parton caught Stephen Colbert in a vulnerable moment! Your support makes this possible. Others on Twitter took note of the rarity of such a political comment from Parton. No!". His actions have normalized racist fringe ideologies and encouraged extremists, according to critics. (The renaming of the attraction was the subject of an episode of the podcast Dolly Parton's America).

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