Dolly Parton said working with Porter Wagoner was a positive and negative experience for her. Parton joined Wagoner’s show in 1967. In their years together, ...

Dolly Parton said her earnings went up when she stopped working with Porter Wagoner. Parton moved on from her collaboration with Wagoner in 1974. She said money played a role in her decision.

Dolly Parton and Porter Wagoner’s final album almost didn’t receive a public release. In 1975, Parton and Wagoner released their twelfth studio album, Say Forever You’ll Be Mine.

Porter Wagoner, who was born 89 years ago today, solidified his place in television history about as strongly as he did in the country music history books. From 1960 to 1981, ...

Porter Wagoner, the rhinestone-clad Grand Ole Opry star who helped launch the career of Dolly Parton by hiring her as his duet partner, died Sunday. He was 80.

Dolly Parton joined Porter Wagoner’s show in 1967, bringing her the widespread attention her career needed. She was grateful for the opportunity, but her partnership with Wagoner began to weigh ...

Porter Wagoner, the blond pompadoured, rhinestone-wearing personification of Nashville tradition, host of the longest-running country music variety show in TV history and mentor to Dolly Parton ...

Wagoner wasn't just a major figure in country music: He also gave Parton her first big break in the industry. In 1967, he offered the then-newcomer a regular spot on his weekly television variety ...

Country superstar Porter Wagoner dazzled audiences at the 1965 Hancock County Fair with his sparkly outfits, down-home charm ...