The wig is eternal, the voice is flawless, and the BBC archives finally cracked open.
A look back at some of Dolly Parton's finest performances at the BBC, incorporating her greatest moments and hits such as Jolene, 9 to 5, Islands in the Stream and Here You Come Again.
Acting
Stage presence that could power a small city.
Costume
Every outfit is a masterclass in sequin architecture.
Sound
BBC engineers capturing vocal perfection.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Dolly's BBC appearances span decades, showing how British audiences embraced American country long before it was cool.
She wrote 'Jolene' and 'I Will Always Love You' in the same week — the BBC footage captures both hits' very different energies.
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