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Dolly Parton's Former Co-Star Ricky Schroder Criticized Online Over 'Disrespectful Tribute'
Critics said some posts turned a memorial into a debate over wealth, transgender rights and COVID-19 views.
- Following country music icon Dolly Parton's death Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2026, at age 80, celebrities Jeff Bezos, J.K. Rowling, and Ricky Schroder faced immediate online backlash over their tributes to the singer.
- Each celebrity drew distinct criticism rooted in contrasts with Parton's values: Bezos faced accusations his gesture was "performative" given his wealth versus her philanthropy, Rowling's post clashed with Parton's LGBTQ+ advocacy given Rowling's controversial transgender views, and Schroder highlighted political disagreements rather than honoring her legacy.
- Schroder posted, "I didn't agree with her advocating for Transgender & Covid Vaccine support," before adding he "loved her anyway," prompting critics to call the tribute "foul." Late Wednesday on Instagram Stories, he escalated by writing, "I warned Dolly to not support the Experiment," claiming he "wished she listened."
- Rowling responded to criticism by sharing a screenshot and writing, "Top tips for wishing death on people in public," while celebrities like The Walking Dead star Jay Huguley wrote, "I loved her anyway what a strange tribute. Good Lord."
- Parton's six-decade career defined by philanthropy and LGBTQ+ advocacy became a target for conspiracy theorists who claimed without evidence that the Covid-19 vaccine caused her death, despite her family stating she died after "a short battle with cancer.
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Dolly Parton’s Co-Star Sparks Fierce Backlash Over “Disrespectful” Tribute To Country Legend: “Oh, Shut Up”
Dolly Parton’s passing prompted an outpouring of love from fans, friends, and fellow celebrities, but one tribute became the center of controversy. Actor Ricky Schroder, who played Parton’s father in two of her TV movies, remembered the country legend on Instagram while also pointing out that he disagreed with some of her views. His post immediately sparked backlash. “There is a time and a place. Just send your condolences and leave it at that,”…
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