Money may not have been abundant in the Parton household, but what they lacked in riches, they made up for in music. It was the soundtrack to their lives, always playing in the background, filling every corner of their humble home.
“I don’t think there was ever a moment when I wasn’t singing,” Stella Parton exclusively shares with Closer. “Our family, on both sides, were musicians, singers, and songwriters. Music is just part of who we are—it’s woven into the fabric of our Appalachian heritage. It’s not something we chose; it chose us.”
Stella Parton, now 73, is more than just a singer-songwriter. She’s also an actress, producer, and author, and her latest project, Nothing is Impossible, showcases her talent as a storyteller. This heartwarming film is all about love, second chances, and the power of faith. “I’ve always been a person of faith and hope,” Stella reflects. “In my mind, I’ve always seen myself as someone who spreads hope to others. That’s what I’m here to do.”
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Growing up in a one-room cabin in Pittman Center, Tennessee, Stella and her 11 siblings were surrounded by optimism and encouragement. “My mom would always say, ‘As long as it doesn’t hurt anyone, go ahead and try,’” Stella recalls. “Our parents were incredibly creative in their own ways, and they pushed us to be individuals, to chase our dreams, no matter how big or small they might seem.”
Music wasn’t the only form of artistry the Parton family excelled in. They were also master storytellers. “We didn’t have radios, TVs, or any of that modern stuff when I was growing up,” Stella explains. “So, storytelling became a big part of how we entertained ourselves. The people who could captivate the kids with their tales were the ones who always had a place by the campfire.”
Stella’s journey wasn’t always smooth sailing. She married young and had a son right out of high school. When her marriage ended, she leaned on her performing background to support her family. “It wasn’t like I decided to be in this industry,” Stella admits. “I was given an opportunity, and I needed work. It turned out to be perfect because I could be there for my son and still earn a living.” Her first album came out in 1967, and she hit her peak with “I Want to Hold You in My Dreams Tonight,” which reached the country music top 10 in 1975.
A Beacon of Hope
Through every twist and turn in her life, Stella has maintained a positive outlook. Today, she’s deeply involved in charities that help single mothers and victims of domestic abuse. “I’ve lived through those struggles myself,” Stella says. “I promised myself that if I could overcome them, I’d use my experience to help others still fighting those battles. I want people to think, ‘If Stella Parton can do it, maybe I can too.’”
Stella isn’t slowing down anytime soon. Beyond her new movie, she’s working on a screenplay and putting together her 40th album. “What inspires me are the everyday people,” she says. “Not the big names you see on the news, but the regular folks who keep the world spinning. They’re the real heroes.”
—Reporting by Katie Bruno
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