Avie Lee Parton, Dolly's mother and first musical influence, was musically influenced by her father, Reverend Jake Owens.

Dolly Parton celebrated her 77th birthday with the release of a brand new song, “Don’t Make Me Have to Come Down There.”

Gold Derby Interview With Dolly Parton

Video: "He's Alive," "Light of a Clear Blue Morning," "Hello God"

Dolly Parton wins second straight Christopher Award with "Christmas Of Many Colors"