Country star Dolly Parton really is a force of nature.
She’s smart and sassy and a brilliant songwriter and businesswoman.
I loved the fact that when on tour in Scotland this week she slept on the tour bus instead of checking into a swanky hotel, and she was also driven around Glasgow to get a feel of the city where she was performing.
It must be said that Dolly’s customised tour bus is a little bit plusher than the one that takes us into the town centre.
It has a king-sized bed, a lounge and even a wig room for her fabulous hair styles, but it still is a mark of how down to earth she is that she chooses to travel by coach.
My favourite Dolly quote is that when she was asked how long it took to do her hair she replied: “I’ve no idea, honey I’m never there.”
I’ve been lucky enough to interview her many times and she’s always a hoot. She is a fantastic guest and always incredibly generous to all the fans who turn up to say hello.
Dolly is a class act, smart as a whip. Long may she reign.
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