Dolly Parton Honored as Songwriter Poet | Music News

Music News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 20, 2026 · 1m

Dolly Parton just earned another legendary honor — the ACM Poet’s Award — celebrating her unmatched songwriting genius and decades of shaping country music. Though she couldn’t attend in person, she shared a heartfelt video message calling songwriting her therapy, joy, and divine gift. The ceremony honored her with a star-studded tribute, featuring performances of hits like “Islands in the Stream” and “9 to 5,” weaving her personal stories into the soul of country music. With thirteen ACM Awards already under her belt, this award spotlights the timeless power of her lyrics — proof that…