The Man Who Helped Dolly Parton Shine | Durham News

Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 27, 2026 · 1m

Zachary Woods from Moore County, North Carolina, turned his childhood admiration for Dolly Parton into a lifelong dream come true—literally. He gifted her a rhinestone planter that ended up on her tour bus, hand-stitched rhinestones onto one of her iconic dresses, and helped craft custom wings for a Dollywood outfit after the Gatlinburg wildfires—all while soaking in her genuine, down-to-earth charm. Their bond deepened with every meeting, culminating in his work being featured in her backstage book, “Behind the Seams.” For Woods, it wasn’t just about fame or fortune—it was about living proof…