0 Who Is Dolly Parton

Who Is Dolly Parton? By True Kelley

Who Is Dolly Parton? In Knoxville, Tennessee, in 1956, a tiny girl with freckles stood alone and stared at the microphone. She was about to sing on the radio for the first time. She glanced at her Uncle Bill offstage and then looked out at the crowd. She was scared. All those eyes staring at her. Was a shy ten-year-old country girl ready for this? There were so many people here, and thousands more would be listening on their radios. It was her dream to do this, but now she wanted to run off the stage. Still, she knew this might be her only chance. She also knew her family was counting on her.

She took a shaky breath and began to sing. Her voice was thin and wobbly. Slowly it grew stronger. Soon, she was belting out her song. Almost before she finished, the crowd began cheering and clapping! They loved her! They loved her singing! They wanted more! From that moment, Dolly Parton wanted more, too. She wanted to be a star. Dream big, and big things can happen. Those words would guide her throughout her life.

Even though she is only about five feet tall, Dolly stands out in any crowd with her curvy figure, glittery clothes, and big blond wigs. Dolly likes how she looks. She doesn't care what other people think. She has always been true to herself. Her upbeat, down-home, honest, and funny personality charms everyone. There is no one else like her.