THE FIERY RED GOWN AND A VOICE THAT SHOOK THE OPRY. Dolly Parton sat in the crowd, unaware of who would perform her iconic song until a figure emerged from the shadows. Expecting a simple tribute, she smiled softly. Then the lights went dark. Carrie Underwood appeared in a striking red gown, singing โ€œJoleneโ€ a cappella with chilling power. Beside Dolly, Reba McEntire broke down in seconds as the emotion overwhelmed the entire room.

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