Dolly Parton awarded Lifetime Achievement award

The legendary Dolly Parton was honored with a posthumous Lifetime Achievement award at the 2026 Americana Awards. Fans were deeply moved by a prerecorded message from Parton, which celebrated her profound impact on the roots and Americana music genres. The evening also featured a standout tribute performance of one of her classic songs by Brandi Carlile and I’m With Her, highlighting Parton’s enduring musical impact and her inspiration for new generations of artists.