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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Entertainment
Adrienne Martinez

'She Will Never Be Dolly': Taylor Swift's Dolly Parton Tribute Sparks Wealth Backlash Despite $2M Donation to Her Charity

Dolly Parton’s decades-long charitable legacy has prompted comparisons with Taylor Swift’s philanthropy following the singer's tribute. (Credit: Taylor Swift/Instagram)

Taylor Swift's emotional tribute to Dolly Parton has prompted a fresh online debate over the pop superstar's wealth and philanthropy, despite her and Travis Kelce's $2 million (£1.5 million) donation to Parton's Imagination Library shortly before the country icon's death.

Parton died aged 80 on 25 August following a brief battle with cancer, prompting tributes from musicians and public figures worldwide.

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