The Country Music Association (CMA) has announced that it will produce a TV special to honor Dolly Parton's life, filmed live in Nashville.
Live from Belmont University's Fisher Center for the Performing Arts, “CMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton” will air on Wednesday, Oct. 21 at 8 p.m. CT on ABC and Disney+.
The television tribute follows Parton's death on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 after her brief battle with cancer.
Through performances, archival footage and guests' personal stories, the special will outline Parton's journey from small-town East Tennessee girl to one becoming of the most influential artists and philanthropists in the world.
“Dolly Parton
belonged to the whole world, but she was born of this industry, and this industry owes her a debt of gratitude that words alone cannot repay,” CMA CEO Sarah Trahern said in a press release.
“As the organization built to serve and celebrate country music, honoring her legacy is not just an opportunity, it is our responsibility... This special is our way of saying thank you, on behalf of every artist, industry member and fan who found a piece of themselves in her music.”
Here's what we know so far.
How do I watch the CMA Dolly Parton special?
After the special airs live Wednesday, Oct. 21 at 8 p.m. CT on ABC and Disney+, it will be available the next day on Hulu.
Who is performing at CMA's Dolly Parton tribute TV special?
Additional details about the special, including performers, tickets and additional partners, are yet to be announced.
More details are expected in the coming weeks.
Can I buy tickets to see the CMA Dolly Parton TV tribute live?
Yes, fans can sign up for ticketing updates HERE.
Audrey Gibbs is a music journalist at The Tennessean. You can reach her at agibbs@tennessean.com.
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