KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Dolly Parton won an honorary Oscar on Sunday for her charity work.
Parton won the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at the Academy’s 16th Governors Awards on Sunday. While she couldn’t attend, she sent a video expressing her gratitude. Lily Tomlin, who was her costar in “Nine to Five”, presented the award.
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In the video, she talked about her upbringing in East Tennessee and how her parents taught her the importance of sharing and giving.
“My momma and daddy showed me that the more you give, the more blessings come your way, and I’ve been blessed more than I ever dreamed possible,” Parton said. “So, from my heart to yours, I truly thank you.”…