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Manhattan names Sept. 25 'Dolly Parton Appreciation Day'
Borough President Brad Hoylman-Sigal's proclamation, timed to her hit '9 to 5,' caps weeks of New York tributes following Parton's death.
What to know
- Manhattan Borough President Brad Hoylman-Sigal proclaimed Sept. 25, 2026 as Dolly Parton Appreciation Day, a date chosen for its echo of Parton's song '9 to 5.'
- The proclamation follows Parton's death on Aug. 25, 2026 at age 80 and weeks of citywide tributes, including a pink-lit Empire State Building and a renamed subway station.
- The designation highlights Parton's philanthropy, notably her Imagination Library, which has distributed over 300 million free children's books.
- Local businesses and organizations are marking the day with events, including a honky-tonk night at SOB's and a Southern-inspired bar's tribute menu.
“Dolly Parton's compassion, resilience, humor and dedication to giving back have made her an enduring symbol of hope and generosity, touching countless lives far beyond the stage and screen.”
Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Manhattan Borough President · Proclamation via People · Sep 1
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