Published 13:25 IST, February 3rd 2021
Dolly Parton reveals she refused the Presidential Medal of Freedom from Donald Trump twice
In her latest interview, famous country singer Dolly Parton has revealed that she refused the prestigious Presidential Medal of Freedom. Here are the reasons.
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Dolly Parton is one of most popular music personalities in United States and is kwn for her contribution to country music. Apart from music, singer is also into philanthropic work for many years and has raised awareness and charity for various causes. It has w been revealed by Parton herself that previous Presidential ministration h offered her prestigious Medal of Freedom twice, and she refused to accept it both times. Have a look at what she has revealed, along with or details about her.
Dolly Parton turns down Presidential Medal of Freedom- twice
Dolly has spent many years in past raising awareness about several issues that concern under-privileged people. Many people have taken cognisance to her contribution in philanthropic work and as it turns out, former President Donald Trump is also among m. In her latest interview to Today, Dolly has revealed that she was offered prestigious Medal of Freedom by former US President Donald Trump t once, but twice. However, she turned that award down both times citing a couple of genuine reasons. primary reason behind refusal according to her is due to her husband’s illness.
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Ar major reason behind refusal is spre of coronavirus pandemic, which drastically limited traveling for everyone. She also ded that she has heard from President Joe Biden about award as well, but if she would accept award w, she would be “doing politics”. singer continued by saying that she is t sure wher she deserves award or t; and that it feels like a “nice compliment” if people think that she deserves it. Recently, she h also donated $1 million to help research of coronavirus, which helped in making Moderna vaccine, which is being used for millions of people.
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Dolly Parton began her music career over five deces ago. She found ermous success in country music and eventually entered world of pop music as well. Some of her most popular songs include I Will Always Love You and Jolene.
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13:25 IST, February 3rd 2021