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Chris Morris Music Reporter Loretta Lynn, who rose from an impoverished childhood in Kentucky’s coal fields to become a pioneering female star of country music, has died. She was 90. According to a statement from her family shared with Variety, Lynn died Tuesday in her home in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee. Memorably portrayed in an Oscar-winning turn by Sissy Spacek in the 1980 biopic “Coal Miner’s Daughter” (drawn from Lynn’s bestselling 1976 autobiography, co-authored by George Vecsey), Lynn was one of the first women to rise to stardom as a country vocalist. She dominated the charts in the 1960s (when she was the top-charting femme country singer) and ’70s (when she was second only to Dolly Parton), ringing up 11 No. 1 country hits in her own right and another five chart-toppers with Conway Twitty, her regular duet partner of the ’70s. In all, she charted 51 top-10 country singles.

Naga Munchetty has taken to Twitter to bid farewell to her BBC colleague Stephen Smith, who announced his exit from the corporation at the start of this week.The BBC Breakfast host was quick to pay tribute to her colleague, who she applauded as a "b****y decent person".Resharing Stephen's post, Naga had her own message for the Newsnight Culture correspondent.She told her 277,000 followers: "One of the best creative wordsmiths/journalists I've ever had the honour to work with."And above all, a b****y decent person."Good luck @StephenSmithBBC," she added.Strictly's Will Mellor says he's 'broken' amid 'tough' dance trainingIt comes after Stephen announced his exit from the Beeb in view of his 6,000 followers.He penned: "Some professional news: and it’s goodnight from me for the last time @bbcnewsnight."What larks we had: Student House, Motorway Man, Big Society, Hitchhiker’s Guide to Brexit.I was fortunate to meet a who’s who of everyone who matters in arts & culture, from Scorsese to Stormzy..He continued: "..Dolly Parton to Tracey Emin, and other greats too numerous to mention."(Full list available on application)."Thanks to the producers, camera crews and picture editors I worked with: at least they were (mostly) getting paid."Not so our long- suffering viewers… ..If you have been, thanks very much for watching, and see you around (more follows, as we old hacks say)," he ended his post.Following Stephen's announcement, his followers and colleagues flocked to the post to wish him well.Radio 4's Evan Davis wrote: "Stephen.. you are one of a kind.

Netflix will not be going forward with Grendel, a series based on the masked vigilante from Matt Wagner’s popular, award-winning Dark Horse comic book series, which had an eight-episode order. Abubakr Ali is set to star in the titular role. The series, written and executive produced by Resident Evil and Supernatural alum Andrew Dabb, comes out of Netflix’s first look deal with Dark Horse Entertainment.

Kelly Clarkson was joined by her two children on Monday for a rare public appearance as she accepted a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.MORE: Kelly Clarkson will release a new album after five-year breakThe singer and talk show host is mom to daughter River Rose, eight, and son Remington Alexander, six, and the two joined her on Hollywood Boulevard for the special celebration which saw Simon Cowell present her with the award.WATCH: Kelly Clarkson to perform Dolly Parton tribute at 2022 Academy of Country Music AwardsRiver wore a sweet bright red tunic with blue leggings and biker boots, while Remington wore red and green Gucci pants with a cream polo shirt.Kelly, who had a big smile on her face, wore a classic velvet black dress with pointed black leather boots.MORE: Kelly Clarkson shares emotional message about huge life change as fans inundate her with supportRandy Jackson and Paula Abdul, who along with Simon were on the American Idol judging panel when she won two decades ago, were also in attendance."I actually thought I was being punked on the first day," Simon said of the first day of auditions when he met Kelly in 2000.  Kelly gave her children a big hugHe continued: "Paula [was] resigned. Every singer was out of tune and it got worse, progressively.

Roxy Music are rumoured to be taking on the coveted legends slot at Glastonbury Festival 2023.The Bryan Ferry-fronted band recently reunited for their first live shows since 2011 to mark the 50th anniversary of their self-titled debut album, which came out in 1972.Having kicked off in Toronto, Canada last Wednesday (September 7), the group’s current North American run of dates will be followed by a trio of UK headline concerts next month. That stint will conclude with a gig at The O2 in London on October 14.Last Friday (September 9), a member of the trusted Glastonbury site eFestivals tweeted: “I’m hearing that Roxy Music will do the legends slot at next year’s Glastonbury.“Like all rumours it might be wrong but I don’t think it is.”Additionally, Roxy Music are listed as “TBC” (to be confirmed) on eFestivals‘ Glasto ’23 line-up page.

Sunday Lunch series, Toyah Willcox and Robert Fripp have dedicated a cover of David Bowie‘s ‘Heroes’ to the late Queen Elizabeth II.A description shared with the video – which sees Willcox hold up handwritten placards dedicated to the Queen as well as the duo’s personal heroes, while Fripp plays guitar behind her – saw the pair offer their condolences to the British Royal Family. “Toyah Willcox and Robert Fripp wish to extend condolences to the Royal Family, and respect the dedication HRH Elizabeth II showed her country during her unprecedented reign,” the description read.“The Sunday Lunch series is paused to play “Heroes” in acknowledgement of the passing of Her Majesty the Queen.”Watch the video below:The couple have been delivering Sunday Lunch episodes since 2020, when they began the series during the coronavirus pandemic.

The outpouring of love for Queen Elizabeth II after her passing Thursday continues with Hollywood celebs speaking about the impact the queen had on the world. The common thread in their comments referenced the role the queen played in history and how she handled the immense responsibility with such grace.  Queen Elizabeth II arrives at the Queen Elizabeth II delivery office in Windsor with Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, April 20, 2016, in Windsor, England.  (Chris Jackson/WPA Pool/Getty Images) "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" alum and "Halloween" actress Kyle Richards expressed her fondness for the queen, mentioning multiple times she was one-of-a-kind. Richards credited the Netflix show "The Crown," for humanizing the queen.

Jem Aswad Senior Music Editor Dolly Parton and this week’s Variety cover star Kelly Clarkson have collaborated on a new version of Dolly’s hit “9 to 5,” ahead of the “Still Working 9 to 5” documentary that premieres on Sept. 16. The pair teamed up with the film’s executive producer Shane McAnally, Sasha Sloan & King Henry to, as the announcement states, “reimagine the classic song into a melancholic yet inspirational anthem over 40 years after the original’s release as the fight for workplace equality persists.” Written and recorded by Dolly Parton and produced by Gregg Berry, the original “9 to 5” debuted in 1980 in tandem with the film of the same name starring Parton, Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin. The song went on to receive an Academy Award nomination for Original Song and four Grammy nominations – winning two of the latter for Best Country Song and Best Female Country Vocal Performance.

Kelly Clarkson and Dolly Parton are teaming up!

New Music Friday! It's every audiophile's favorite day of the week, and some of our favorite artists from all different genres have blessed us with new tunes.Lewis Capaldi released his latest heartfelt single, «Forget Me,» Kelly Clarkson joined Dolly Parton on a new rendition of «9 to 5» and Ari Lennox dropped her sophomore studio album, Dr.

Kelly Clarkson has joined forces with Dolly Parton to put a unique spin on the classic track “9 to 5″.

Kelly Clarkson thinks Dolly Parton is "an inspiration to all women". The 40-year-old singer has joined forces with Dolly, 76, to record a brand-new duet version of '9 to 5' - which Dolly first released as a single in 1980 - and Kelly has heaped praise on the music icon. She shared: "I am so honoured that Dolly asked me to re-imagine this iconic song, '9 to 5', with her! She is so talented, an inspiration to all women, and one of the sweetest people you will ever meet!" Kelly relished the experience of working with the award-winning country singer.

RELEASESDolly Parton has recorded a new version of her 1980 single ‘9 to 5’ with Kelly Clarkson. Just in case you ever wanted to know what Dolly Parton would sound like autotuned.Roddy Ricch has released new single ‘Ghetto Superstar’, featuring G Herbo and Doe Boy.Tom Odell will release new album ‘Best Day Of My Life’ on 28 Oct. “One year ago, almost exactly to the day, I set myself the challenge to write and record an entire album using only my voice and my piano with absolutely nothing else”, he says.

Dolly Parton and Kelly Clarkson have released a reimagined version of Parton’s song ‘9 to 5’.The updated duet of the song — which featured on the soundtrack of the 1980 film of the same name — was first previewed in March, at the premiere of the documentary Still Working 9 to 5. The documentary chronicles the lasting legacy of the film, which starred Parton alongside Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin, and will be released in select theatres later this month.Clarkson confirmed the song’s existence and imminent release in an interview with Variety yesterday.

Louisiana-native Lainey Wilson is having a breakout year as she tops the Country Music Association Awards nominations in her first year as a nominee, earning nods in six categories including album of the year, female vocalist of the year and song of the year.

Dolly Parton is expanding her business empire. This time the singer is starting a new venture for our furry friends in partnership with SportPet Designs.The iconic singer has the perfect name for her new business.

Dolly Parton has announced her latest business venture, cracking into the dog accessories market. Of course, this is an already busy sector, but she’s attempting to corner the ‘dress your dog like Dolly Parton’ segment of it.Dress your dog like Dolly Parton? Seriously? Why yes.

She has already established herself as an iconic singer and actress.And now Dolly Parton is focusing on her love of animals with her playfully named Doggy Parton, a line of essential dog supplies including toys and even clothes.'My love for pets is stronger than ever,' the 76-year-old country music legend said in a statement. 'This inspired me to start my own line of Doggy Parton apparel, accessories, toys and more with a little "Dolly" flair.' Dog lover: Dolly Parton, 76, announced on Wednesday that she has launched a line of dog accessories that is playfully named Doggy PartonThe new brand's website currently redirects to an Amazon store which currently has a little over 20 items available, including cute dresses and shirts for dogs.There are several chewy Dolly-themed toys available, including a plush microphone, guitar and hot pink platform heel.  Dolly collaborated with SportPet Designs on the pet items, which also include a feathered pink cowboy hat and a hilarious blond wig so that dog owners can make their pooch look just like the Jolene singer.On Instagram, the songstress announced her new dog brand while joined by her god-dog Billy the Kid, an adorable French Bulldog owned by her manager Danny Nozell.

Dolly Parton likes to keep in close touch with her fans on Twitter, often sharing announcements and throwback pictures with them, much to their delight - but they weren't prepared for her latest update.MORE: Dolly Parton reveals epic unseen photo of meeting the QueenThis weekend the Country music star posted an old photo of herself in a bubblegum pink knitted dress embellished with beads and featuring lace sleeves. To complete the look, the star had pink lipstick and eyeshadow on, as well as a gorgeous lace bow on her gorgeous curly blonde hair.WATCH: A look at Dolly's incredible love storyCaptioning the post, the 76-year-old surprisingly revealed: "I know I'm not dumb, and I also know I'm not blonde!"READ: Dolly Parton donates $1million to Vanderbilt University for pediatric disease researchMORE: Dolly Parton shares heartbreak after sad loss: 'I will always love you'Fans were shocked at her confession, with many revealing they had no idea she was not a natural blonde.I know I’m not dumb, and I also know I’m not blonde! pic.twitter.com/HigWxPYli4Dolly looked stunning in the throwback photo"Not Blonde, Really?" wrote one, whilst another added: "Hey! Don't shatter our illusions!""The second part did surprise me," wrote a third, prompting another fan to write: "Definitely had no idea either.

Carson Burton Jimmy Fallon, Willie Nelson, Billy Ray Cyrus, Jimmie Allen, Zach Williams and Miley Cyrus have been cast as guest stars in NBC’s “Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas.” The film sees Parton in the lead role and also stars Tom Everett Scott, Ana Gasteyer and Angel Parker. “Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas” is a movie musical about the making of a network TV special. The film follows the backstage story and on-camera results of Parton’s desire to share “mountain magic” at Dollywood during Christmas. When three characters known as the “Three Wise Mountain Men” appear to Parton, she finds herself on a private journey into her past. By the time her special is set to air, a newly inspired Parton finds that she has renewed understanding of the magic of Christmas.

Miley Cyrus has been cast in Dolly Parton's upcoming movie Mountain Magic Christmas.On Monday NBC revealed that the 29-year-old pop star will be joining her godmother, 76, on the small screen this holiday season.Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas was first announced in May, and now has a full ensemble.  Coming soon! Miley Cyrus has been cast in Dolly Parton's upcoming movie Mountain Magic Christmas; pictured 2019Also set to appear in the project are Miley's dad, Billy Ray Cyrus, Jimmy Fallon, and country music icon Willy Nelson.A premiere date for the feature hasn't yet been announced by the broadcast network.  The film has been described as 'a modern-day movie musical about the making of a network TV special.'It will portray the behind-the-scenes trajectory of Dolly's 'desire to uplift an exhausted world's spirits by sharing the unique "mountain magic" she has always found in and around Dollywood at Christmas.' Holiday cheer: Dolly recently announced a deluxe version of her album A Holly Dolly Christmas To that end, the Tennessee native 'finds herself taking a private journey into her past, guided by the mysterious appearances of her personal Three Wise Mountain Men,' the movie's log line reads.It continues, 'When it's time for her big special to air, a renewed and inspired Dolly goes rogue and shows the world that the real magic of Christmas lies in the hearts of the children we all once were, the realization that Christmas is about the people we share it with, and how her faith remains the common thread between Christmases past, present, and future.'Dolly and Miley have teamed up numerous times in the past to perform together onstage and they recorded a duet, Rainbowland, which appeared on Cyrus' 2017 studio