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Birth
Dolly Rebecca Parton was born on January 19, 1946 near Sevierville, Tennessee to Robert Lee Parton and Avie Lee Parton. -
Dolly Starts Performing
Dolly becomes a regular performer on The Cas Walker Show in Knoxville, Tennessee at the age of 10. -
Dolly Releases Her First Single
In 1959 Dolly released her first single titled "Puppy Love" with Goldband Records. She wrote the song with her uncle Bill Owens. Puppy Love Sample -
Dolly Signs With Monument Records
Dolly and her uncle Bill Owens get signed to Monument Records by Fred Foster. -
Dolly's First Album is Released
Dolly's first full-length album is released by Monument Records. It is titled "Hello, I'm Dolly." Hello, I'm Dolly Sample -
The Porter Wagoner Show Welcomes Dolly Parton
Dolly makes her first appearance on The Porter Wagoner Show. Her time on the show would ultimately help launch her career and gain popularity. Her duets with Porter Wagoner were adored by audience members. -
Dolly Releases First Album with RCA
After being able to sign with RCA record label, thanks to Porter Wagoner, Dolly releases her first album with them titled "Just Because I'm a Woman." Just Because I'm a Woman Sample -
Dolly Leaves the Porter Wagoner Show
Dolly announces her departure from the show to pursue a solo career. She writes "I Will Always Love You" as a tribute to her time with Porter. -
Dolly Wins Her First Grammy
Dolly Parton wins her first Grammy for best Female Vocal Country Performance with her song "Here You Come Again." -
Dolly's First Film Debuts
Dolly's first film 9 to 5 is released. -
Dollywood Opens
Dolly opens up her theme park in Pigeon Forge, TN. -
Imagination Library is Founded
Dolly starts her organization called Imagination Library. This organization provides free books to children in order to encourage literacy. -
Dolly Parton Releases 49th Solo Studio Album
Continuing her long career of album releases, Dolly puts out her 49th solo studio album. It her first album in the Rock genre. Rockstar Sample