Reba McEntire to Honor Dolly Parton With Special Tribute at Emmy Awards 2026
Country music star Reba McEntire is set to lead a tribute to the late Dolly Parton at the 2026 Emmy Awards. The performance honors Parton's extensive legacy in both music and television following her passing in August 2026.
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Reba McEntire will help honor the late Dolly Parton at the 2026 Emmy Awards .
The 71-year-old country music icon is set to take the stage during the 78th Emmy Awards on Monday night (September 14) for a special tribute celebrating Dolly and her legacy.
The performance comes less than a month after Dolly passed away at the age of 80 on August 25.
According to Deadline , Reba will lead the tribute to her longtime friend during Monday’s ceremony. Additional details about what she will perform have not yet been revealed.
Reba and Dolly were longtime friends and collaborators, recording together over the years and most recently teaming up for a new version of Reba ‘s “Does He Love You” in 2021.
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