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CNBC Meets: Dolly Parton, part two

CNBC Meets: Dolly Parton, part two
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CNBC Meets: Dolly Parton, part two

CNBC Meets' Tania Bryer speaks to global music megastar Dolly Parton, who takes the time to discuss her humble beginnings, her business acumen and her success as a music icon.

In the second half of the episode, Parton talks about her experience in Hollywood and how it launched her into mainstream pop culture. But it wasn't always easy. The singer goes on to talk about the struggles she had when she was younger, and her image in the industry.

Not only is she a global superstar, but a successful businesswoman too. The star talks to CNBC about Dollywood and her philanthropic adventures, including her reading charity the "Imagination Library."

Fellow musicians, Kenny Rogers and LeAnn Rimes also talk to CNBC about how the country superstar had a personal impact on their lives and on the industry itself.

Country Music Legend Dolly Parton at the press launch for Dolly's Imagination Library, in London, 2007.
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