Variety reports that the 2026 Emmy Awards honoured Dolly Parton with an emotional tribute featuring Reba McEntire performing Appalachian Memories.
Sally Field introduced the segment and reflected on Parton’s artistic and humanitarian legacy before the performance.
NTA’s entertainment page also highlights an “emotional Emmy tribute” to Parton, while People’s current celebrity coverage notes the wider slate of Emmy-week appearances and performances.
Echotitbits take: Awards-show memorials often trigger renewed listening and public reflection around an artist’s catalogue. The tribute is likely to extend attention to Parton’s music, film work and literacy philanthropy.
Source: Variety — https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/dolly-parton-honored-emmy-awards-reba-mcentire-1236856624/, September 15, 2026 Source:Variety September 15, 2026 Photo Credit: People