Country singer Ella Langley honored the late Dolly Parton with a cover of 'Jolene' during a performance at Auburn's Neville Arena.
Key facts
- •Ella Langley performed "Jolene" at Neville Arena in Auburn, Alabama.
- •Dolly Parton died earlier this week at the age of 80.
- •Langley credited Parton for paving the way for women in the music industry.
- •Other artists including John Mayer, Jack White, and Kesha have also paid tribute to Parton onstage.
Ella Langley paid tribute to Dolly Parton during a concert at Neville Arena in Auburn, Alabama. Before performing Parton's 1974 classic "Jolene," Langley told the audience that the show did not feel right without honoring the late country music legend.
Honoring a Legacy
Following the death of Dolly Parton at age 80 earlier this week, Langley shared a tribute on social media. In her post, she thanked Parton for her influence as a songwriter, musician, and producer, and for paving the way for other women in the industry.
Widespread Tributes
Langley joins a number of other artists who have honored Parton following her passing. Musicians including John Mayer, Jack White, and Kesha have performed tributes onstage, while actor Vin Diesel has also shared remembrances of the icon.
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