Dolly Parton Plans October Tea with Queen Camilla, Invites Royal Children to Dollywood

Dolly Parton is planning to visit England in October with hopes of having tea with Queen Camilla, highlighting their shared commitment to children's literacy through their respective organizations, the Imagination Library and The Queen's Reading Room. Although Parton declined an invitation for tea with Princess Kate in 2023 due to scheduling conflicts, she expressed openness to rescheduling if the offer still stands. Parton also extended an invitation to Prince William, Kate Middleton, and their children to visit her Dollywood amusement park in Tennessee. In addition to her literary advocacy, Parton is considering potential collaborations with Meghan Markle, who hosts the Netflix series With Love, Meghan. Throughout the interview, Parton embraced the possibility of further royal engagements and collaborations, underscoring her willingness to engage with the British royal family and continue her philanthropic efforts. These developments come as Parton reflects on her past interactions with the royals, including a tribute to Queen Elizabeth II.