The timeless queen of the country, Dolly Parton traded her rhinestones for pom-poms and graced the football field at the age of 77 as a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader. Taking center stage in a Cowboys cheerleader costume, Parton strutted onto the field. Followed by the recent release of her latest album. “Rockstar,” her high-energy performance during the Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving Day has been a showstopper.
Adding a surprising twist to her performance, adding a charitable touch, Parton cheered for more than just showdowns. Through this performance, she has come together with the charitable service, Salvation Army appealing to the fans to make donations this holiday season.
Parton’s cheerleading spectacle with a charitable touch
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A video has been posted by the official handle of Dallas Cowboys on Instagram featuring the singing legend, Dolly Parton with the caption, “@DollyParton officially kicked off the giving season with an incredible #RedKettleKickoff performance Every dollar you give to @salvationarmyus helps your neighbors in need during the holidays and all year long.”
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The clip starts with Parton dressed not in an ordinary cheerleading costume but in black glittery suit and red glittery vest holding a bell sending Thanksgiving greetings. The police cap she is seen wearing has Salvation Army written on it showing her collaboration with the charitable organization.
She stated, “When you drop a dollar in that Red Kettle, you can make a difference for the families who are struggling to put food on the table and for the single parent who can’t make rent this month.”
As reported by The People, Parton shared that the Red Kettle of the Salvation Army stood as a symbol of hope for the people who are going through challenging times this holiday season. Therefore extending her cheerleading performance from on-stage to off-stage, from a musical spectacle, Parton made a heartfelt call for charitable action.
Fans reacts to Parton-Salvation Army partnership
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In the comment section the fans have outpoured their views about the initiative. Parton has received heartwarming reactions, being a part of this initiative. One of the fans expressed her appreciation for the appeal the singer has on others even at old age, “Damn Dolly is 77!! I wanna be her at that age”. His mesmerizing aura has been called to attention in the comment, “Dolly breaks the internet in that Dallas cheerleader outfit and half time show.”
Some of the fans even drew comparison Patron with American singer, Jack Harlow, “Why was dolly’s halftime performance better then jack Harlows”. As praises flow-in, a fan gave a glimpse of Parton’s dedication to become a better woman, “Loved every second of getting to see a woman who has made herself into an icon for 60 years by working hard, being kind, being positive, being generous, and living each day to the fullest. You go girl. Thank you for shining your light!!!” Fans also commented how Parton carried on with her legacy, “Such an amazing performance, still showing everyone how it’s done.”
The fusion of charitable flavor, to cheerleading celebration, the Dallas Cowboys cheerleading squad added a unique flavor celebrating the Thanksgiving spirit.
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Traversing beyond touchdown and cheering game, Dolly Parton ensured to reach out to her fans extending her charitable spirit. Her ability to contribute to a noble cause and spread joy shed light on her enduring legacy besides being a cheerleader and musical legend by becoming a beacon of light this holiday season.
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