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Entertainment · Celebrity news · published 2026-08-27 · via The Hollywood Reporter

Ricky Schroder Draws Widespread Condemnation for Parton Tribute Laced with Criticism

Ricky Schroder, who played Dolly Parton's father in two TV biopics, posted a tribute that also voiced disapproval of her advocacy for transgender rights and COVID-19 vaccines, prompting immediate backlash. He later doubled down by sharing additional posts reiterating his stance. Numerous public figures and fans, including Katie Couric and the band Garbage, publicly rebuked his remarks.

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