Now, here’s a story you won’t want to miss: Dolly Parton, the queen of country music, has once again proven that age is just a number. At 75, she decided to bring back the iconic Playboy bunny costume for a very special reason—her husband Carl Dean's 79th birthday. While the original dream of gracing the magazine’s cover didn’t come true (because, well, times have changed), Dolly didn’t let that stop her. Instead, she took matters into her own hands and showed her fans just how fabulous she still is!
Dolly's Heartwarming Tribute to Carl
In a fun and heartfelt Instagram video posted on July 20, Dolly shared her reasons behind the playful gesture. She said, “Remember how I said some time back that I was going to pose for Playboy magazine when I was 75? Well, I’m 75 now, and guess what? They don’t even have a magazine anymore! But my husband Carl has always been a fan of the original cover of Playboy, so I thought, why not do something to make him smile?”
She continued with a laugh, “He still thinks I’m a hot chick after 57 years of marriage, and I’m not about to try and change his mind. And I hope he agrees, what do you think?” With her signature twinkle in her eye and a charming giggle, Dolly reminded everyone of the deep love she shares with Carl. They’ve been together since May 30, 1966, and their bond remains as strong as ever.
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Recreating the Magic: Then vs. Now
Dolly Parton, known for her timeless hits like "Jolene," decided to recreate the iconic Playboy bunny look from her 1978 cover. She put together a stunning photo shoot, complete with the classic black bodysuit, bunny ears, and white bow tie. To make things even more special, she created a side-by-side comparison of her past and present selves. Holding up the framed images, she quipped, “In the first one, I was kind of a little butterball. Well, I’m string cheese now!”
With a wink at the camera, she added, “He’ll probably think I’m cream cheese, I hope.” Her playful humor and self-confidence shine through, proving that age is nothing but a number when it comes to love and self-expression.
Surprising Carl and Making Heads Turn
Dolly wrapped up her video with a lighthearted joke, saying, “Anyway, I’m going to go in and surprise him in my little bunny suit. So, what do you think? Do you think Playboy should at least pay me for the photo shoot?” The video ended with a still shot of her in the costume, bending over to show Carl the framed side-by-side photos. It’s clear that she’s still got that spark—and then some!
In the caption, Dolly couldn’t help but humble-brag, writing, “It’s always #HotGirlSummer for my husband, Carl. Happy birthday my love!” Fans were quick to agree, with many commenting on how lucky Carl is to have such a vibrant and loving partner by his side.
