Country Stars Gather for Live ABC Tribute to Dolly Parton's Legacy

The Country Music Association is airing a two-hour live tribute special tonight, honoring the life and legacy of Dolly Parton. The event, titled "CMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton," features performances from some of the biggest names in music and is broadcasting live from Nashville on ABC and Disney+. According to Rolling Stone, the special airs from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. ET and is filmed at Belmont University's Fisher Center. The tribute honors Parton, who passed away on August 25 at age 80. The Hollywood Reporter confirmed that performers include Reba McEntire, Kristen Bell, Darius Rucker, Carrie Underwood, and Ella Langley, among others. "The stars descended on the Fisher Center for Performing Arts on Belmont University campus in Nashville on Wednesday night to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton." Bleeding Cool reported that the lineup also features Vince Gill, Kelsea Ballerini, Lady A, and Brad Paisley. The special is presented by the Country Music Association and is available to watch for free via ABC or through streaming options, as noted by Rolling Stone. Nicki Swift described the event as a gathering of "some of the biggest names in music" to honor the country legend. Hot1073fm.com highlighted that Carrie Underwood closed the tribute concert by singing Parton's iconic ballad "I Will Always Love You," joined by other performers from the evening.

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