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The 77-year-old song-sensation and actress, Dolly Parton has recently become the talk of the town after she took the stage dressed in a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader uniform. The legend has been subjected to bouts of controversy critiquing her performance during The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Kickoff Halftime Show. 

The cheerleading attire that Parton chose to wear stirred the pot and turned heads on social media. Amidst the war of words, lifestyle mogul Martha Stewart appeared in a popular television show and emerged to celebrate Parton’s unapologetic embrace of glamour and self-expression.    

Stewart’s defense for Parton’s Thanksgiving spectacle 

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Adorning white shorts and a long-sleeved blue crop top paired with a sparkling sheer bodysuit, Parton graced the stage during her Thanksgiving Day performance. Recently Stewart has collaborated with Dunkin, where she applauded Parton’s way of dressing. Her defense in favor of the musical legend echoed her belief that the age factor should not come in the way of one’s wardrobe choices.   

As per the reports of Business Insider, Stewart said in support of Parton stating, I looked at a picture and I thought, ‘God, she’s fantastic.’If you look like Dolly Parton, you can dress any way you goddamn please, she’s fabulous.”

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Parton’s cheerleading ensemble has been a nod to her daring sense of style that brought her both admiration and controversy on Twitter. However, amidst such extremity of reactions, Stewart’s support sheds light on celebrity alliances supporting each other as they push boundaries exploring new paths. 

Dolly’s stance backed up by celeb allies

Besides Stewart, the show named “The View” cohost, Whoopi Goldberg rallied for Parton during a recent episode. Her emphatic stance resonated with many of the fans and according to her through the cheerleading getup, Parton took the opportunity to break free from societal expectations and highlighted the importance of celebrating individuality.

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Dolly’s sister Stella Parton also stood in defense of her describing her sibling as “cute as hell”.

Dolly Parton defended her own decision stating, As long as I stay healthy, the numbers shouldn’t matter. I don’t feel my age, I don’t work my age, I don’t think my age, and hopefully, I don’t look my age!”

Hence, it could be comprehended that Parton’s cheerleading attire and her performance on Thanksgiving ignited a conversation about societal expectations, age, and style. The celebrity backed up by other renowned personalities transcended the norms through self-expression.

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The unyielding spirit of Parton serves as a reminder that one must be true to embracing one’s authenticity without surrendering to societal pressures. The Dallas Cowboys cheerleader uniform evolves as a symbol of breaking barriers capturing the timeless essence of individuality.

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