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Parton Postpones Tour, Blames Breasts

Reuters
Posted: 2008-02-11 17:11:40
LOS ANGELES (Feb. 11) - Dolly Parton's breasts may be two of the wonders of the world, but the country music icon says they are a pain in her back.

Parton, 62, said Monday she would postpone her upcoming North American tour after doctors told her to take it easy for six to eight weeks to rest her sore back.

"Hey, you try wagging these puppies around a while and see if you don't have back problems," the folksy singer-songwriter said in a statement.

The tour was due to begin Feb. 28 in Minneapolis, two days after the release of "Backwoods Barbie," her first album of mainstream country music in 17 years. She hopes to hit the road in late April.

Parton, also famous for her big voice, big wigs and big smile, has long joked about her famous bust. When she received a songwriters award in New York last year, she noted that she's been known for two things throughout her career.

"I'm talking about my music and my lyrics," she said.

Parton, a member of both the country music and songwriters halls of fame, has been enjoying a renaissance since she released the first of a trio of bluegrass-tinged albums in 1999.

As with other veterans such as Johnny Cash and Merle Haggard, Parton found that she was no longer welcome at country radio, and changed tack by delving into roots music. Her releases garnered widespread critical acclaim and a fond examination of her 40-year career.

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ibehoneytoou 04:00:40 AM Mar 09 2008

I HOPE SHES NOT COMPLAINING ABOUT IT ...COME ON , SHE WANTED THE ENHANCEMENT AND IT ONLY INHANCENED HER CAREER , IF ONLY WE HAD THESE PROBLEMS ,,WOULDNT LIFE BE SO EASY!!@@ DO WHAT OLD LADIES DO AT YOUR AGE,, HAVE SURGERY AND MAKE IT ALL BETTER , YOU MADE THE MONEY .. NOW DEFLATE THE SITUATION! !!

edna220 09:33:19 AM Feb 14 2008

Jcutie....you can try to "clear it up" all you want....the fact is, when Dolly started out with Porter Wagoner, she did NOT have big boobs. I recently saw clips on a commercial where they were offering DVDs of his shows.....one clip reaffirmed what I had remembered.......she was less than average sized.

rnelder6 12:48:10 AM Feb 14 2008

If Dolly has back problems due to her breast size then maybe she needs to deflate them a size or two. Those things arin't natural.

Limelicker 09:18:50 PM Feb 13 2008

There nice puppies dolly...and they go right along with your MARVALOUS voice

kaleemi 11:21:52 AM Feb 13 2008

Miss Dolly Parton has one of the Purest voices that I've ever heard, and I believe that she has set the standard in the country music industry for YEARS!! She has a charm and a sweet sense about her that draws you in and makes you want to just sit down and listen to her forever.. And OMG She is SOOO Beautiful!!!
My Dad loved two women in his life, My Mom and Miss Dolly Parton, Her's was the only music he would listen to, as he was a retired Marine and was mostly intolerant of music in general. She has always been the exception to every rule in my book. I wish so much that we could have met you on one of the tours my dad drove up to DollyWood!!
My Dad died of cancer after a 6 year battle with it, but I wish I could tell Miss Dolly how much her music meant to him and to all of us. We Love you Miss Dolly and Hope your back is healing through God's Perfect Grace. He is the ultimate Physician after all. And I know my Dad is enjoying your music even now, with the Lord and all of his angel

kaleemi 11:18:51 AM Feb 13 2008

Miss Dolly Parton has one of the Purest voices that I've ever heard, and I believe that she has set the standard in the country music industry for YEARS!! She has a charm and a sweet sense about her that draws you in and makes you want to just sit down and listen to her forever..
My Dad loved two women in his life, My Mom and Miss Dolly Parton, Her's was the only music he would listen to, as he was a retired Marine and was mostly intolerant of music in general. She has always been the exception to every rule in my book. I wish so much that we could have met you on one of the tours my dad drove up to DollyWood!!
My Dad died of cancer after a 6 year battle with it, but I wish I could tell Miss Dolly how much her music meant to him and to all of us. We Love you Miss Dolly and Hope your back is healing through God's Perfect Grace. He is the ultimate Physician after all. And I know my Dad is enjoying your music even now, with the Lord and all of his angels..
Thank you so much for all you

Howardpem1 08:05:00 PM Feb 12 2008

Miss Dolly Parton has to be one of the most talented persons on this planet. She sings like a bird and her song-writing could not be any better. I have loved this lady for 35 years. If you don't know what I am talking about try getting her CD which has on it "When Jesus comes calling for me" that has to be one of the greatest songs of today. Without a doubt Dolly Parton has been blessed much more than the ordinary people and she has used her vast wealth to help thousands of people in her home state. Dolly you are the best. I live in Belize (Central America) do you realize how popular you are here, you are even poplular with the Indians who live in the jungle. God must love you. Dolly keep up whatever you are doing as there are a lot of people who appreciate you. Your sister Stella is a vicious person so please take her off your payroll.

bambibratz 05:43:00 PM Feb 12 2008

those things ar huge ive never seen such a size !

wint420 04:35:18 PM Feb 12 2008

IF YOU THINK DOLLY HAS BIG BOOBS YOU HAVEN'T LIVED TILL YOU'VE SEEN KATHY COOK S! THAT GIRL HAS IT ALL GOIN' ON KNOW WHAT I'M TALKIN' BOUT!

beer999999 04:11:45 PM Feb 12 2008

I think she should get a breast reduction because it will even out with the rest of her body. I had a breast reduction when I was younger...it is a painful operation and if you gain weight back it is not worth the pain...But she does not seem to be gaining weight back, so she needs to do it. Forget the image...it is better to be pain free!

bluefish6 03:40:20 PM Feb 12 2008

Forget the breast reduction. If she wants to carry a 20lb pack back to even things out, that's alright.

Walrathtempe 03:31:02 PM Feb 12 2008

Ya got to love Parton.....Us American men love her sense of humor...how she can laugh at herself...great mouth, great hair, and of course a pair of the greatest pair of....legs.........yeah right.....in america.........take care of it all Parton old girl....good luck............(Call me when ya feel better).................................

Mhereigoagain 02:16:46 PM Feb 12 2008

I feel her I have the same problem riding horses because my big unit gets saddle sores !

Dollypartonfan08 02:12:02 PM Feb 12 2008

aww that makes me sad. i adore her she is amazing on like 20 different levels!!

Askuzzycat 12:51:30 PM Feb 12 2008

I HEARD THEY ARE NOT AS BIG AS PEOPLE THINK, LARGE C'S MAYBE SMALL D'S, IT'S JUST SHE IS ONLY ABOUT 5' 2" SO THEY LOOK BIG.

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