Dolly Parton’s Rhode Island Magic | Providence News

Providence News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 1m

Dolly Parton’s legendary voice and sparkling spirit live on, especially in Rhode Island, where fans still recall her unforgettable live performances—from her 2008 Providence show celebrating the theater’s 80th anniversary to her surprise 2019 Newport Folk Festival appearance with an all-female ensemble. Beyond her iconic hits like “Jolene” and “9 to 5,” her generosity through the Imagination Library left a lasting mark. Witnesses say her stage presence was electric, her personality magnetic, and her Rhode Island moments irreplaceable—proof that Dolly’s magic transcends music and continues to…