Rare Footage of Dolly Parton From 1976 Resurfaces

This heartwarming clip from Dolly Parton’s 1976 variety show captures a special family moment as Dolly is joined by members of the Parton family for a performance of the traditional song “In the Pines.” The rare footage features her mother, Avie Lee, and father, Lee Parton, along with sisters Rachel, Freida, Stella, Cassie, and Willadeene and brothers Floyd and Randy, offering viewers a memorable glimpse of the family roots and musical traditions that helped shape Dolly’s legendary career.

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A clip from Dolly Parton’s 1976 variety show with some of the Parton family joining Dolly in a performance of "In The Pines".

Featured in the video are Dolly's mom Avie Lee; her father Lee Parton; all of her sisters, Rachel, Freida, Stella, Cassie, and Willadeene; and two of… pic.twitter.com/ag8TLD65af

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