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🎭 Dolly Parton’s Surprising Defeat in Her Own Lookalike Contest


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A humorous anecdote where Dolly Parton famously failed to win a lookalike competition held at a drag show years ago. Encouraged by her stylist to participate, she exaggerated her features but ultimately failed to receive the audience applause needed to win. Beyond this funny memory, the text highlights Parton's perspective on the casting process for her new stage production, "Dolly: An Original Musical." She describes the surreal and emotional experience of watching various actresses portray different stages of her life on stage. Parton emphasizes that while replicating her iconic look is difficult, she holds immense respect for performers who embrace her persona. The piece concludes by noting her excitement for the show’s premiere in Nashville, which she chose as a filming location to remain close to her husband.

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Under the SurfaceBy Elbert Phillips