Dolly Parton is a woman of many talents; she is a renowned singer, songwriter, author, actress, and businesswoman. She is also widely recognized for her charitable work. Parton began her career at the young age of 13. Although she initially gained fame as a songwriter, she later achieved success in multiple fields. Best known for her contributions to country music, Parton is a legendary figure in the genre in the United States. Over a career spanning more than six decades, she has written and composed over 3,000 songs and has received numerous accolades, including Grammy Awards, Country Music Association (CMA) Awards, and American Music Awards. She has also been nominated for the Academy Awards (Oscars) twice. Until 2013, she held the record for the most Grammy Award nominations by a female artist, with 46. In addition to singing, Parton is skilled in playing multiple musical instruments, including the piano, banjo, and guitar. She is an outspoken supporter of LGBTQ+ rights and is regarded as a gay icon by the LGBTQ+ community. Parton has English, Irish, German, and Scottish ancestry.