Dolly Parton's path from Nashville newcomer to Billboard's No. 1 country music artist of all time

Dolly Parton's career as an entertainer spanned roughly seven decades.

During that time, the legendary country music star cemented herself as an icon not only in the music industry, but also as a movie star and a philanthropist.

From getting her start on "The Porter Wagoner Show" in 1964 to multiple Academy Award nominations, Parton forged a path for herself in the industry and paved the way for female country singers who followed her.

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