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Reba McEntire’s Heartfelt Tribute to Dolly Parton Will Warm Your Soul

Quick Smiles:
- Reba McEntire honors her decades-long friendship with Dolly Parton in a moving public message
- Fellow cast member Melissa Peterman shares fond memories of Dolly’s joyful spirit on the set of the hit show Reba
- Reba’s words remind everyone that heaven just gained another shining star and beautiful voice
Reba McEntire shared a touching tribute to her longtime friend Dolly Parton after learning the news of her passing. The country legend posted a heartfelt message on Instagram that left fans smiling through tears.
Reba described Dolly as her “buddy” and thanked her for a lifetime of love, music, and generosity. She promised that memories of Dolly’s kindness and talent would be treasured forever.
“Well, I just got the news that my buddy Dolly passed onto the higher and greater side. Dolly, thank you for all the wonderful things you did for us here on earth. Your love, your music and you gave so much with your huge huge heart. There will never ever be another you. We will remember and cherish every memory and every note you ever played and sang,” Reba wrote.
Reba also expressed gratitude for the gift of Dolly’s presence in her life. She reflected on their first meeting and their last conversation, both held close in her heart.
“Thank you, Lord, for Dolly. She’s gonna have a blast in heaven singing all her favorite songs with all her family and friends who have gone on before her. I’ll never forget the first time I met you and I’ll never forget our last conversation. I hold it with love in my heart. I will always love you, Reba,” she concluded.
Co-star Melissa Peterman, who worked with Dolly on the television series Reba, added her own warm memory. She recalled Dolly’s humor, talent, and uplifting outlook during the week she spent on set.
“I will never forget the week she spent with us doing the tv show. She was everything you wanted her to be and more. She could do everything. I loved her music, her movies, her sense of humor, her outlook on life. I loved her. Beautiful tribute @reba for your beautiful friend @dollyparton,” Melissa shared.
Reba’s words and Melissa’s recollections celebrate the joy Dolly brought to everyone she met. Fans agree that heaven just became a little brighter and a lot more sparkly.
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