Dolly Parton is “just starting out” at 80.
In an exclusive interview with the people In her birthday cover story, the Queen of Country Music admitted that her age won’t stop her and she will continue to make music.
“People say, ‘Well, you’ll be 80.’ Well, so what? Look at everything she’s done in 80 years. “I feel like I’m just getting started,” Parton told the outlet.
11 times Grammy “I know it sounds stupid, but unless my health declines, which it seems to be, I’m fine now,” the winner continued.
The American singer-songwriter also expressed her thoughts on aging, saying that one only gets older when you “allow yourself to get older.”
to Here you come again Artist, “She doesn’t have time to grow old!”
“I don’t have time to think about that. That’s not what I think about,” she declared.
Barton added: “I don’t know what I’ll do tomorrow. No matter what happens, I’ll do my best.”
To celebrate Parton’s milestone day, her home state declared her birth date, January 19, as Dolly Parton Day.
“Dolly Parton’s life and career are woven into Tennessee’s music, culture and rich history. Her talent and generosity have made a lasting impact on the world, and it is fitting that we honor her 80th birthday by celebrating her incredible legacy and dedication to volunteer service to the state,” the Tennessee governor announced Thursday.