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Dolly Parton Receives 2021 ‘People of the Year’ Honor: ‘I Don’t Want To Be Worshiped’

December 7, 2021 by Staff

(The Christian Post) Despite being named as one of People Magazine 2021′s “People of The Year,” Christian Country musician Dolly Parton says she does not want to be worshipped as an idol for her generosity and voiced concern that some people worship celebrities more than God. 

People Magazine announced the 75-year-old Parton and fellow celebrities Simone Biles and Sandra Oh, along with America’s teachers, as recipients of the publications 2021 “People of the Year” award, an annual achievement that honors “transformative work” in society. 

“Our people of the year cover stars have all led the way in their fields to help make the world a little bit better,” the People article announcing the award recipients states.

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