Stars gather for a CMA tribute to Dolly Parton

The two-hour special aired live on Oct 21 with more than 20 performers, including Reba McEntire, Carrie Underwood and Lainey Wilson.

“Some called her the Great Unifier because she had this ability to bring people together from all walks of life.”

— Katy Perry

Background

Parton died in August at the age of 80 after a brief battle with cancer.