Beyoncé and Dolly Parton potential Cowboy Carter Tour performance has sparked buzz after Dolly Parton hinted she may join Beyoncé on stage for her blockbuster tour this year. The country music icon discussed the idea in a recent interview, responding to speculation about sharing the spotlight during Beyoncé’s celebrated concert run.
Dolly Parton Hints at Live Collaboration
Fans are abuzz after Dolly Parton revealed she remains open to performing with Beyoncé during the ongoing Cowboy Carter Tour. Parton, long considered country royalty, commented on the possibility in a conversation with HuffPost published on May 22, following their collaboration on Beyoncé’s acclaimed Cowboy Carter album. The legend offered a playful tease,
“You never know ― anything is possible!”
—Dolly Parton, Singer, during her interview, fueling hope for a surprise appearance this tour season.
Parton further praised Beyoncé’s unfolding tour, which kicked off April 28 in Los Angeles, recognizing its strong reception and the singer’s dive into new musical territory. The mix of excitement and uncertainty has fans eagerly watching to see if a cross-generational moment will occur at one of the upcoming shows.
Ongoing Success of Cowboy Carter and Joint Achievements
The interview comes just over a year after Cowboy Carter made its mark, with Beyoncé—former Destiny’s Child member—embracing Southern influences and experimenting with country sounds. Dolly Parton contributed a spoken interlude to the album, which spent two weeks topping the Billboard 200. At the 2025 Grammys, Cowboy Carter secured both best country album and album of the year, cementing its influence in music circles.
A notable highlight from the record included Beyoncé’s reimagining of Parton’s classic hit, “Jolene,” with a lyrical twist that brought a new attitude to the well-known song. Reflecting on the tribute, Parton expressed nothing but gratitude and delight for Beyoncé’s efforts:
“I was very honored that she wanted to do her version of ‘Jolene,’”
Parton told the publication.
“That’s all a great compliment to me, when somebody wants to do my songs in any version.”
—Dolly Parton, Singer.
She shared an amused reaction to Beyoncé’s bold interpretation:
“I was very amused by her take on that, and I got a big kick out of that,”
she continued.
“She’s not gonna sit back and say, ‘Oh please don’t take my man.’ She’s gonna kick some a–!”
—Dolly Parton, Singer.
Beyoncé’s Tour Continues Across the Globe
Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour, which launched in Los Angeles, has so far journeyed through cities like Chicago and is now preparing for five performances at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The trek continues with shows scheduled throughout England and France in June, before Beyoncé returns stateside. The lineup and momentum of the tour underscore her broadening musical reach and lasting appeal.
The public excitement is heightened by the real possibility of Dolly Parton joining her on stage, a blend that would bring together the artistry of both performers in front of a worldwide audience.
Dolly Parton’s Personal and Professional Updates
Parton’s new discussion with the media arrived as she prepares to release her forthcoming memoir, Star Of The Show: My Life On Stage, scheduled for publication on November 11. Alongside her continued professional ventures, Parton faces personal challenges after recently losing her husband of 60 years, Carl Dean. Opening up to reporters about her ongoing grief, Parton said,
“It’s a big adjustment, just trying to change patterns and habits,”
she said of her grief in an interview with TODAY earlier in May.
“I’ll do fine, and I’m very involved in my work, and that’s been the best thing that could happen to me. But I’ll always miss him, of course, and always love him.”
—Dolly Parton, Singer.
As anticipation grows for a potential Dolly Parton and Beyoncé duet on the Cowboy Carter Tour, their shared artistry continues to inspire audiences. The next chapter for both icons promises further personal and musical evolution as they honor their legacies and push creative boundaries.
