A Talented Actress
Dolly Parton has dabbled in acting throughout her career. After first appearing on The Porter Wagoner Show in the 1960s and 1970s, she had a few television roles, including two stints a variety show host, both of which lasted a solitary season.
She played a secretary in a leading role with Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin in the comedy film 9 to 5 (1980).
She has earned acting nominations at the for Best Actress at the Golden Globe awards on two occasions. Her other films include the musical film The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1982) opposite Burt Reynolds and Rhinestone (1984) alongside Sylvester Stallone.