The 2026 Emmy Awards paid tribute to the late Dolly Parton with a special tribute from Sally Field, followed by a performance of “Appalachian Memories” by Reba McEntire, a fitting tribute to the late pop culture legend.
“I adored her from day one. How could you not? She was genuine. Humble, supportive. Blisteringly funny, with a bawdy sense of humor that would send any rude guy looking for a place to hide,” Sally Field said in her opening remarks. “She was a humanitarian whose contributions have made a profound difference in the lives of so many in her home state and across our country. God bless you, Dolly Parton, my friend.”
Tributes to Dolly Parton
The Emmys tribute is the latest remembrance of Dolly Parton’s passing at the age of 80. Since her death on August 25th, plans have been advanced to rename the Nashville airport in her honor, and artists including Kacey Musgraves, Chris Stapleton, and Vin Diesel have released musical tributes.
Check out the full list of winners at the 2026 Emmy Awards. Here’s where to stream some of Dolly Parton’s greatest movie and TV performances.
Sally Field‘s tribute to the late Dolly Parton, her Steel Magnolias co-star, was so sweet. Reba McEntire also performed a cover of “Appalachian Memories” by Dolly Parton.
In conclusion, the 2026 Emmy Awards paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Dolly Parton, with Sally Field and Reba McEntire honoring her legacy. The tributes to Dolly Parton continue to pour in, celebrating her life and contributions to the entertainment industry.
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