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Kacey Musgraves Honors Dolly Parton With 'I Will Always Love You' at VMAs

Kacey Musgraves pays tribute to Dolly Parton at the 2026 MTV VMAs with a moving performance of 'I Will Always Love You'.

By · Published September 28, 2026  03:27 UTC · Updated September 28, 2026  03:27 UTC

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Questions people are asking

Who performed a tribute to Dolly Parton at the VMAs?

Kacey Musgraves

What song did Kacey Musgraves perform at the tribute?

I Will Always Love You

Did Dolly Parton attend the VMAs?

Yes, she made a surprise cameo appearance

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⚡ Executive Intelligence Takeaways Corroborated across 5 independent newsrooms
  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 14.
  • Primary Driver: Kacey Musgraves pays tribute to Dolly Parton at the 2026 MTV VMAs with a moving performance of 'I Will Always Love You'.
  • Source Integrity: Verified strictly against primary headline reporting under zero-hallucination protocols.

Fans and viewers are left feeling a sense of nostalgia and appreciation for Dolly Parton's legacy. The tribute performance was a consequence of Dolly Parton's enduring influence on the music industry.

According to People.com and Page Six, Kacey Musgraves performed a heartfelt rendition of 'I Will Always Love You' at the VMAs, honoring Dolly Parton's contributions to country music.

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VMAs Dolly Parton Kacey Musgraves MTV Music Awards

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