Advertisement Advertisement Return to Homepage Entertainment: Dolly estate alleges threats How ‘Killing Me Softly’ began Madonna returns to MTV VMAs Taylor Swift to release new song Diana’s brother makes Charles claims Metallica tour Playboy is a celebrity flex MTV VMAs nominations 2026 Emmys, from every angle Presley Gerber dies at 27 It has been a week since the world lost Dolly Parton as the country music icon passed on August 25.
Get ready, folks! The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards are shaping up to be quite the event, and not just because we’re all eagerly awaiting who will wear the most outrageous outfit this year (I’m looking at you, fashion police). This Sunday, the spotlight will be shining brightly on the one and only Dolly Parton, thanks to the incredibly talented Kacey Musgraves, who’s set to perform a tribute in honor of the country music legend.
Now, if you’ve been living under a rock, you might not be aware that Dolly Parton passed away on August 25th at the age of 80. Yes, you heard that right. The queen of country music, the woman who brought us timeless hits and a personality as big as her hair, is no longer with us. But fear not, because Kacey Musgraves is here to keep her spirit alive, and honestly, who better to do it than someone who can pull off a rhinestone-studded outfit with grace?
Kacey Musgraves is making her grand return to the VMAs stage after a five-year hiatus, and let’s just say, she’s coming back with a bang! Not only is she performing this heartfelt tribute, but she’s also nominated for Best Country. Talk about a double whammy! It’s like she’s saying, “I’m here to celebrate Dolly, and by the way, I’m also pretty awesome myself!”
This tribute follows a recent memorial for Dolly during Musgraves’s concert in Boston, where fans were treated to a taste of what’s to come at the VMAs. Imagine a room filled with people who are just as obsessed with Dolly as you are, all singing along and remembering the impact she had on music and culture. It’s enough to bring a tear to your eye (or maybe that’s just the glitter from your eye makeup).
Dolly Parton has left behind a legacy that is hard to match. From her iconic songs like “Jolene” and “9 to 5” to her philanthropic efforts and larger-than-life personality, she’s been a beacon of light in the music industry. So, it’s only fitting that Musgraves, who has often cited Parton as an influence, takes on the responsibility of honoring her at such a prominent event.
So, mark your calendars, set your reminders, and prepare your snacks because the VMAs are going to be a night to remember. Kacey Musgraves’s tribute to Dolly Parton is sure to be filled with emotion, nostalgia, and a whole lot of talent. Plus, it’s a great excuse to gather with friends and argue over who wore it best—Dolly in her prime or Kacey in her rhinestones? Spoiler alert: they both win.
In a world where trends come and go faster than we can keep up, it’s comforting to know that the music of legends like Dolly Parton will never fade away. So, let’s raise a glass (or a cup of coffee) to the incredible life of Dolly and to Kacey for stepping up to the plate to honor her in such a spectacular way. See you at the VMAs!
Inspired by: “Dolly Parton Tribute By Kacey Musgraves Set For Sunday’s VMAs” (r/Entertainment)