Beyoncé Pays Tribute to Dolly Parton: ‘You Were the Barometer’
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- Beyoncé has paid tribute to country icon Dolly Parton, who died on August 25, calling her “the barometer” and thanking her for the impact she had on the world. In a statement posted to her website, Beyoncé wrote, “Dolly, you were the barometer. The north star....S1
- Dolly Parton was known best for her songwriting skills but her tireless work to improve child literacy will leave a lasting legacy.S2
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Beyoncé Pays Tribute to Dolly Parton: ‘You Were the Barometer’
Beyoncé has paid tribute to country icon Dolly Parton, who died on August 25, calling her “the barometer” and thanking her for the impact she had on the world. In a statement poste…
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Published Aug 25, 2026
What to know
- Beyoncé has paid tribute to country icon Dolly Parton, who died on August 25, calling her “the barometer” and thanking her for the impact she had on the world. In a statement posted to her website, Beyoncé wrote, “Dolly, you were the barometer. The north star....S1
- Dolly Parton was known best for her songwriting skills but her tireless work to improve child literacy will leave a lasting legacy.S2
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