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This week’s live tribute, staged in Nashville, brings together a long list of artists to honor Dolly Parton’s cultural and musical legacy while raising money for her literacy charity. For anyone who remembers her songs or cares about country music’s continuing influence, the special is both a commemoration and a timely reminder of the causes she championed.
What the event is and why it matters
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The two-hour special, titled I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton, gathers well-known country stars and cross-genre performers to perform Parton’s best-known songs. Proceeds will support the Imagination Library, the book-gifting program Parton founded that delivers free books to children each month.
Beyond music, the broadcast is a cultural moment: it offers fans around the world a shared occasion to reflect on Parton’s career as an artist, philanthropist and public figure — and it preserves attention for an ongoing literacy initiative that benefits millions.
When and where to watch
The special airs live in North America on Wednesday, October 21 at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT. For viewers in Europe, Australia and other Eastern Hemisphere regions, the broadcast falls on Thursday, October 22 local time.
| Region | Live stream / Channel | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| United States | ABC (live) | Also available next day on Hulu and on Disney+ in some markets |
| United Kingdom, Canada, Australia | Disney+ (international stream) | Local times vary; check app listings for your time zone |
| Traveling or overseas viewers | Use a VPN to access your home streaming service | Make sure your use complies with the service’s terms and local law |
Confirmed performers
The lineup includes a mix of country mainstays, contemporary stars and guest artists spanning genres. Confirmed performers are:
- Ashley McBryde
- Béla Fleck
- Brad Paisley
- Carly Pearce
- Carrie Underwood
- Darius Rucker
- Ella Langley
- Kelsea Ballerini
- Kristen Bell
- Kristin Chenoweth
- Lady A
- Lainey Wilson
- Little Big Town
- Lukas Nelson
- Molly Tuttle
- Reba McEntire
- Ricky Skaggs
- Sierra Hull
- Vince Gill
- Zac Brown
Location and production details
The program is being produced at Belmont University’s Fisher Center in Nashville, a city closely linked to Parton’s career. Belmont’s leadership said the university is honored to host artists, colleagues and fans for a public tribute that recognizes her ties to Tennessee and to the music community there.
Producers have indicated the broadcast will include both performances and short tributes from friends and collaborators; a few surprise appearances are expected but not confirmed in advance.
Practical viewing tips
If you plan to watch live on a streaming service, check that ABC is included in your package before the broadcast begins. In the U.S., several live-TV streaming services carry ABC; internationally, the event is slated for Disney+ in participating territories.
If you are temporarily outside your home country, a virtual private network can help access your usual streaming apps. Be mindful that using a VPN may be restricted by a platform’s terms of service, and you should follow local laws and subscription rules.
Quick facts
- Title: I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton
- Live broadcast: Wednesday, October 21 — 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT
- Runtime: Approximately two hours
- Charity: Proceeds benefit the Imagination Library
- Venue: Fisher Center, Belmont University, Nashville
This tribute serves as both a record of Parton’s broad influence and an active fundraiser for her literacy work; for fans and newcomers alike it’s a chance to hear familiar songs interpreted by a modern lineup while supporting a long-running educational program.
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