Step Back in Time: See Rare Young Dolly Parton Photos from Her New Book ‘Star of the Show’ ML
Dolly Parton fans can get a whole new look at the country music legend in her new book, “Star of the Show: My Life on Stage,” which features hundreds of pictures of the icon.
“Well, hey there, TODAY show. Here’s a sneak peek of my new book, ‘Star of the Show,’” the country star said in a taped message that aired on TODAY on Nov. 11.
“It’s all about my life on the road, and it’s got a lot of personal stories, over 350 photos. And, of course, it means a lot to me, but I really hope you’re going to enjoy it. So, get out there and pick up a copy.”
“Star of the Show: My Life on Stage,” out Nov. 11, is the third book in the “Jolene” singer’s series of photographic tomes, following 2020’s “Songteller: My Life in Lyrics,” which focused on her music, and 2023’s “Behind the Seams,” which explored her style and fashion.
This book follows Parton first as a young performer who started with country singer Porter Wagoner, then as a solo artist who topped the charts with “Here You Come Again,” according to a press release from Penguin Random House.
“From making her onscreen debut in the blockbuster film ‘9 to 5,’ to becoming a household name via television variety series & specials, and other feature films, her entire performance journey is documented. Most impressively, Parton’s status as a global touring headliner from 2006 to present is solidified, with her most successful tours taking her around the world, and into sold-out arenas and stadiums,” the press release states.
“I’m so proud that I’ve been able to spend the last 70 plus years doing what I feel I was born to do…singing, writing and performing,” Parton said in the release. “Even prouder that I’ve been able to do it with and for my fans. God bless you everyone.”
Fans can also purchase a deluxe version of “‘Star of the Show: My Life on Stage’” that includes 500 photos, gilded edges, a redesigned cover with special effects, a satin ribbon marker and three 8-by-10 full-color prints enclosed in an envelope.
Drew Weisholtz is a reporter for TODAY Digital, focusing on pop culture, nostalgia and trending stories. He has seen every episode of “Saved by the Bell” at least 50 times, longs to perfect the crane kick from “The Karate Kid” and performs stand-up comedy, while also cheering on the New York Yankees and New York Giants. A graduate of Rutgers University, he is the married father of two kids who believe he is ridiculous.
