10 of Dolly Parton's best quotes through the years
The late singer was known as The Queen of Country
Before her sad death, aged 80, in the summer of 2026, music megastar Dolly Parton had earned herself the title of the Queen of Country and a was a true legend, adored by fans all over the world.
The singer who had universal appeal and unforgettable charisma, was born in Tennessee on 19th January 1946. After starting out in a poor family, and one of 12 kids, Dolly Parton went on to become a country music icon, actress, author, producer and humanitarian.
Dolly entertained audiences all over the world for over six decades, including with some iconic quotes. Let's take a look.
Here are some of our favourite Dolly Parton quotes…
"It's hard to be a diamond in a rhinestone world."
Dolly Parton performing in 1976.
"The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain."
Dolly on stage.
"You can be rich in spirit, kindness, love and all those things that you can’t put a dollar sign on. "
Dolly Parton on stage at Glastonbury Festival in 2014.
"You'll never do a whole lot unless you're brave enough to try."
Dolly Parton and her Goddaughter Miley Cyrus on stage at the Grammy Awards in 2019.
"If you don't like the road you're walking, start paving another one."
Dolly Parton and her former partner and mentor Porter Wagoner, who she wrote her hit 'I Will Always Love You' about.
"Find out who you are and do it on purpose."
Dolly performing on stage at the UK Country Music Festival.
"Never leave a rhinestone unturned."
Dolly Parton in a publicity shot for the film 'Rhinestone' in 1984.
"Never ignore your roots, your home or your hair!"
Dolly performing at Glastonbury Festival in 2014.
"Life is short, keep your dreams big and your hair bigger."
Dolly Parton co-hosting the 57th Academy Of Country Music Awards in March 2022.
"When it comes to music or hair, crank up the volume!"
Dolly performed at the Academy of Country Music Awards 2022.