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Local Waco native reflects on her role as Dolly Parton
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk Chantale Belefanti , as published by KXXV (ABC 25) News
· August 26, 2026
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Key points Following Dolly Parton's passing on August 25, 2026, Tucker reflected on her role. Holly Tucker, a singer and actor, portrayed Dolly Parton earlier this year.
Holly Tucker, a singer and actor, portrayed Dolly Parton earlier this year. Following Dolly Parton's passing on August 25, 2026, Tucker reflected on her role. She noted that there is more to appreciate about Dolly Parton than her voice and songwriting.
Tucker had the opportunity to play Dolly Parton at a theatre, an experience that was significant to her as a long-time fan. She expressed shock at the news of Dolly Parton's passing, stating that she was not ready for it.
Further details about Holly Tucker's experience portraying Dolly Parton are available, including her thoughts on the iconic singer and humanitarian's legacy, such as the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, which mails out millions of books to children for free.
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Category: library Published: August 26, 2026 Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News Reading time: 1 min
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