Eminem Pays Tribute to Dolly Parton: “A Superstar in Every Sense”

Eminem has paid tribute to Dolly Parton following the country legend’s death at the age of 80. Taking to social media, the rapper shared a letter Parton had sent him after they were both inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2022. However, the two never actually met despite sharing the honor that year. “I’m sorry we never got a chance to meet, but getting this note from Dolly really had an impact on me,” the Detroit MC wrote. “She definitely didn’t have to take the time to do it. Even for a kid who mostly listened to rap music, she was an icon. A superstar in every sense. Rest easy Dolly. And thank you for the kind words.” Addressing the rapper by his first name, Marshall, she began her letter by congratulating him on his induction and praising his performance at the ceremony. She was referring to his career-spanning medley, made up of “My Name Is,” “Rap God,” “Forever,” and “Not Afraid.” He was also joined by Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler for “Sing for the Moment” as well as Ed Sheeran for “Stan.” “Even though I don’t know a lot about rap music, I’ve come to know that you are the very best at it,” she wrote. “I have always felt some unexplained connection to you like I know...