Dolly Parton Defends Beyoncé's CMA Snub

Dolly Parton has addressed the controversy surrounding Beyoncé's country album 'Cowboy Carter' not receiving any nominations at the 2024 Country Music Association (CMA) Awards. Parton, who features on two tracks of the album, stated that the omission was likely not intentional, attributing it to the abundance of established artists in the genre who have dedicated their careers to country music. Despite the snub, Parton praised the album, calling it 'wonderful' and noting that Beyoncé's contribution was well-received within the country music community. The album, which includes a cover of Parton's hit 'Jolene,' was a commercial success, topping the Billboard 200 and producing several hit singles. Fans remain outraged over the lack of recognition for Beyoncé's foray into country music, especially given the album's success.