The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAS) went down on Sunday Night (September 27). As one of the biggest nights in music, the show was filled with tributes to the fallen icons of the past year. Among those honored was late country music star Dolly Parton.
Country Star Channels Dolly Parton With Huge Hair Pink Sequins and Feathers at VMAs
"And so I'll go, and yet I knowI'll think of you each step of the way. And I will always love you. I will always love you," the lyrics of the song read.
Musgraves was fully committed to the bit. The country music star donned a hot pink sequined gown with feathered cuffs designed by Miron. A nod to the Jolene creator's signature look. She also sported a hairstyle similar to Dolly's iconic big hair — though not quite as big as the country music icon's signature updo.
Musgraves' homage to Dolly at the VMAs drew tons of reactions from fans on social media.
"Thank you, Kacey, for this beautiful tribute to the Queen. To see her face and to listen to her voice brings so much great vibes," one user wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter.
"This was so beautiful and finally someone who actually knows how to do Dolly's rendition," a second user chimed in.
"Thank you Kacey Musgraves. You honoured Miss Dolly with your performance. Very tasteful and respectful," a third user remarked.
Dolly Parton passed away back in August. Reps for the country music star confirmed that she passed away after a "brief battle with cancer." She was 80 years old at the time of her passing. May she continue to rest in peace.
