Dolly Parton rejects her nomination for 2022 at the Rock Hall

Dolly Parton She removed herself from consideration for Rock and Roll Hall of Fameit’s announced in a statement On Monday (14 March). “Although I am very flattered and grateful to be nominated for the Celebrity Rock and Roll Award, I don’t feel like I earned that right. I really don’t want votes to be split because of me, so I have to bow respectfully,” she wrote. This year was the time First Barton to be nominated.Read her full statement below.

This isn’t the first award that Dolly Parton has turned down: Hey twice refused The Presidential Medal of Freedom from the Trump administration, and said she was not sure if she would accept one from the Biden administration.

Eminem, Beck, A Tribe Called Quest, Carly Simon, and Duran Duran are still among those out there. long list At Rock Hall, with recruits announced in May. Fans can vote for their choice in Rock Hall website Until April 29.

Dolly Parton:

Dolly is here! Although I am very flattered and grateful to be nominated for the Rock and Roll Celebrity Award, I don’t feel like I earned that right. I really don’t want votes to be split because of me, so I have to bow respectfully.

I hope the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame understands and is willing to think of me again – if at any point I deserve it. However, this inspired me to release a great rock ‘n’ roll album sometime in the future, which is what I’ve always wanted to do! My husband is totally obsessed with rock ‘n’ roll, and he’s always encouraged me to do it. I wish all the nominees good luck and thank you again for the compliment. good luck!