Dolly!

Dolly! (1976)

EndedVariety showComedy, Music

Dolly! is an American variety show starring Dolly Parton that aired in first-run syndication during the 1976-77 season. In the mid-1970s, Parton was approached by Bill Graham, president of Show Biz, Inc., the same company that produced The Porter Wagoner Show (on which Parton had costarred for seven years), and soon afterward the syndicated variety show Dolly was born. The show boasted a budget of $85,000 per episode, an impressive sum at the time for a syndicated series. (It was, in fact the most expensive show to be produced out of Nashville to that point.) A variety of Nashville and Hollywood stars were scheduled to appear, including Karen Black, Tom T. Hall, Emmylou Harris, The Hues Corporation, Captain Kangaroo, Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis, Jr., Ronnie Milsap, Anne Murray, Kenny Rogers, Linda Ronstadt, KC & The Sunshine Band, and Anson Williams. According to her 1978 biography, Dolly by Alanna Nash, Parton spoke to Bob Dylan and he initially agreed to do the show, but eventually bowed out due to his discomfort with the television medium at the time.

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Scheduleevery Sunday (30 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Dolly!' premiere?

'Dolly!' premiered on September 27, 1976.

Who starred in the TV show 'Dolly!'?

Dolly Parton was the star of 'Dolly!', portraying herself in the series.

What genre does 'Dolly!' belong to?

'Dolly!' falls under the genre of a variety show.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Dolly!'?

The first season of 'Dolly!' consisted of 26 episodes.

Who were some of the guest stars featured on 'Dolly!'?

Some of the guest stars featured on 'Dolly!' included Kenny Rogers, Linda Ronstadt, and Emmylou Harris, among others.

What was the format of the show 'Dolly!'?

'Dolly!' followed a format that combined music, comedy sketches, and interviews with celebrity guests.

In which city was 'Dolly!' filmed?

'Dolly!' was primarily filmed in Los Angeles, California.

Did 'Dolly!' receive any awards or nominations?

Although 'Dolly!' did not receive any major awards or nominations, it was well-received by audiences during its run.

Who were the executive producers of 'Dolly!'?

The executive producers of 'Dolly!' were Dolly Parton and Sandy Gallin.

What were some of the popular musical performances on 'Dolly!'?

Some popular musical performances on 'Dolly!' included Dolly Parton's own hits like "Jolene" and "Coat of Many Colors," as well as duets with guest stars.

What was the running time of each episode of 'Dolly!'?

Each episode of 'Dolly!' had a running time of approximately 60 minutes.

Did 'Dolly!' have a live audience?

Yes, 'Dolly!' had a live audience present during the filming of each episode.

Were there any recurring segments on 'Dolly!'?

Yes, 'Dolly!' featured recurring segments such as "Dolly's Closet," where Dolly showcased her unique fashion choices.

Did 'Dolly!' have a memorable theme song?

Yes, 'Dolly!' had a catchy theme song called "Love Is Like a Butterfly," which was performed by Dolly Parton herself.

What time slot did 'Dolly!' occupy during its initial run?

'Dolly!' aired on Monday nights at 9:00 PM.

Did 'Dolly!' have any spin-off shows?

No, 'Dolly!' did not have any spin-off shows.

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