Overview
- Parton, 79, accepted the humanitarian Oscar via a pre-recorded message played at Hollywood’s Ray Dolby Ballroom.
- She thanked the Academy and said her parents’ example of giving guided her philanthropy.
- Lily Tomlin introduced and honored Parton, reflecting on their work together on 9 to 5.
- Tom Cruise, Debbie Allen and production designer Wynn Thomas also received honorary Oscars, with Cruise praising the power of cinema in his remarks.
- USA TODAY reported her team had flagged a scheduling conflict in September, despite media speculation about health concerns.