Watch Dolly Parton Make A Dream Come True For Country Star Who Got Her Start At Dollywood

Country singer and songwriter Carly Pearce got the surprise of her life when she was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry by none other than Dolly Parton. 

Pearce thought she was filming a promotional video for Dollywood, a park that’s near and dear to her heart. In fact, she left high school at 16 and took a job at Dollywood. Pearce loved cutting her teeth at the theme park because she loved Dolly.

Carly Pearce Sang At Dollywood As A Teen

As Carly was sharing her memories of Dollywood, Parton herself walked in.

Carly was completely stunned. Then Dolly began singing her praises and mentioning Carly’s 80 performances at the Grand Ole Opry. 

“You should be a member of the Grand Ole Opry! What’s the matter with them?” the “Jolene” singer asked. 

“I agree,” Carly replied. 

That’s when Dolly dropped the big news. 

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Dolly Parton Completely Surprises Carly Pearce

“I came here today to tell you, you are now an official member of the Grand Ole Opry,” Dolly revealed. 

Carly Pearce doubled over with tears of happiness and surprise. She was not expecting this – at all. 

You can watch this emotional video in the tweet below.

The Grand Ole Opry Is Carly Pearce’s Dream Come True

What a wonderful way to fulfill a lifelong dream.

Dolly Parton has a heart of gold. She never forgets where she came from.

Even though she is certainly A List, she loves supporting others and spreading happiness. 

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Carly Pearce tweeted about what an honor this is.

While the Kentucky native always dreamed of being in the Grand Ole Opry, she never could have expected Dolly Parton would personally invite her.

You can list to Carly’s duet “I Hope You’re Happy Now” with Lee Brice right here:

Carly Pearce will officially be inducted into the Grand Ole Opry on August 3rd.