Dolly Parton Debuts Final Book in Photographic Trilogy About Her Life and Career

The country star previously released ‘Songteller: My Life in Lyrics’ and ’Behind the Seams: My Life in Rhinestones’ in 2020 and 2023, respectively.

Dolly Parton performs at a concert in Nashville, Tenn., on July 31, 2015. Wade Payne/Invision/AP Photo

Grammy award-winning country star Dolly Parton has released the final installment of her autobiographical book trilogy, taking readers on an introspective journey back to some of the most pivotal moments of her life and career.

“Star of the Show: My Life on Stage” debuted on Nov. 11 and pairs personal anecdotes with hundreds of never-before-seen photos from the singer’s more than seven decades on stage.

“Featuring engaging stories and memories from Parton’s dynamic life behind the microphone, this book spotlights her signature performances and star-making moments, from singing in front of her family to premiering on the Grand Ole Opry stage and beyond,” a synopsis reads.

“Brimming with Parton’s trademark wit and heartfelt sincerity, ‘Star of the Show: My Life on Stage’ is not only an homage to one of history’s most cherished artists, but also a must-have collector’s item for—and love letter to—any fan of the one and only Dolly Parton.”

The “Queen of Country” published the first installment of her photographic trilogy in November 2020. Titled “Songteller: My Life in Lyrics,” the book showcased nearly 200 songs that defined her career, among them “Something Fishy,” from her 1967 debut album, “Hello, I’m Dolly,” and her 2008 hit “Backwoods Barbie.”

“Behind the Seams: My Life in Rhinestones” followed in October 2023 and chronicled her lifelong passion for all things fashion and style.

“I’ve told my life story in lyrics, I’ve shared the stories behind the seams, and now I’m taking you center stage in my new book, ‘Star of the Show!’” Parton shared in a recent Instagram post.

“I’m so proud that I’ve been able to spend the last 70 plus years doing what I feel I was born to do...singing, writing, and performing,” she said.

“Even prouder that I’ve been able to do it with and for my fans. God bless you everyone.”

Dolly Parton performs on the main Pyramid stage at Glastonbury music festival, England, on June 29, 2014. Joel Ryan/Invision/AP Photo

As 2025 comes to a close, the 79-year-old musician is showing no signs of slowing down and already has big things in store for next year.

Her “Dolly: A True Original Musical” production is heading to New York City in 2026 to debut on Broadway. The musical previously opened at Belmont University’s Fisher Center for the Performing Arts, showcasing the singer’s humble beginnings growing up in small-town East Tennessee to finally making it big on the stage.

Parton is also set to open a hotel and museum in downtown Nashville next summer.

The 245-room, Dolly-themed SongTeller Hotel will provide an “immersive one-of-a-kind experience with Southern-inspired charm, rich storytelling around every corner, and two original live music venues,” according to an October press release.

The third floor of the hotel will serve as home to Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum—the largest exhibition dedicated to the singer to date.

“This museum is a place where folks can see my journey through my own eyes—every color, every story, and every dream that brought me here,” Parton said in a statement. “I can’t wait to welcome visitors from around the world to Nashville to share in my life of many colors.”