Dolly Parton turns down The Voice and American Idol, saying she can’t hurt contestants' feelings, highlighting her legacy of kindness over tough love.

Dolly Parton was additionally tapped in as a guest mentor on "The Voice" twice – in 2015 for season 9 and in 2016 for season 11. (Trae Patton/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images) ...

Jolene singer Dolly Parton was offered a spot on the judges' panel for The Voice and American Idol, however, she turned both offers down due to a tragic reason.

Plus, Parton was honored in Season 7 of American Idol in 2008 when the Top 9 artists all performed her songs. She served as a mentor to them during rehearsals. She has also performed on both shows ...

For a woman who's spent over six decades on stage, Dolly Parton would seem like a shoo-in for a seat on American Idol or The Voice. Rhinestones, music, and belting choruses? Right up her alley.

Don't you hate it when you're trying to make your debut as a music legend and you get interrupted by another music legend ...

Dolly Parton announced a Las Vegas residency, taking place 32 years since her last extended run in the city. Tickets for ...