The country-turned-international star who's done it all, and then some, has done it yet again—just call her Dr. Dolly.The University of Tennessee at Knoxville presented the petite powerhouse entertainer and business woman—who's a self-proclaimed "Backwoods Barbie"—with an honorary doctorate of humane and musical letters during an April 8, 2009, ceremony on the school's campus.
A longtime education advocate, Parton attended the university's Friday commencement, along with just more than 1,000 other new UT graduates. At the event, and in true Dolly style, she donned a curve-hugging academic gown that reportedly brought her a standing ovation from students.
To read the full story, including comments from Dolly about the honor, or view the commencement video or Dolly's newest music video, "Backwoods Barbie," please click here.
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