Dolly Parton is an American icon known for her multifaceted career as a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, actress, author, businesswoman, and humanitarian. She is one of the most successful and beloved female country music artists of all time, with over 100 million records sold worldwide. Parton has penned over 3,000 songs, including classics like “Jolene,” “I Will Always Love You,” and “9 to 5.” Her acting credits include roles in films such as *Steel Magnolias*, *The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas*, and *Rhinestone*.
Beyond her music and acting, Parton founded the Dollywood theme park, the Dollywood Foundation, and the Imagination Library, which provides free books to underprivileged children. Her illustrious career has earned her numerous awards, including 11 Grammy Awards and an induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
On the other end of the age spectrum, nine-year-old Alyvia Alyn Lind has also made a significant impact. She began acting at four and was cast as a young Dolly in the Hallmark TV movies *Dolly Parton’s Coat of Many Colors* and *Dolly Parton’s Christmas of Many Colors* at age nine.
In a heartwarming video, Dolly and Alyvia appear on a TV show, performing “Angel Hill,” a song Dolly wrote. Dolly explains that the song, featured in the *Coat of Many Colors* movie, was actually written years earlier to cope with the loss of her little brother in childhood. Alyvia’s confidence and talent at such a young age are truly impressive. Watch the full video below and leave us a comment on Facebook to share your thoughts!