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Dolly Parton Wins Humanitarian Award, Celebrates from Home

11/17/2025

Summary

Story summary

Dolly Parton received the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at the Academy's Governors Awards on November 16, 2025, marking her first Oscar.
She accepted the award via video from her Nashville home.
Lily Tomlin presented the award.
Parton's philanthropy includes the Dollywood Foundation and Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, which has provided over 285 million books to children.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1956, the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award honors individuals in the film industry for their humanitarian efforts. Named after actor Jean Hersholt, who led the Motion Picture Relief Fund, the award has recognized figures like Audrey Hepburn and Bob Hope. Dolly Parton's 2025 accolade highlights her philanthropic impact, including distributing over 285 million books through her Imagination Library, emphasizing Hollywood's commitment to social responsibility.

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Story summary

Dolly Parton received the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at the Academy's Governors Awards on November 16, 2025, marking her first Oscar.
She accepted the award via video from her Nashville home.
Lily Tomlin presented the award.
Parton's philanthropy includes the Dollywood Foundation and Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, which has provided over 285 million books to children.

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