A first for Dolly Parton! Her made-for-TV movie, Coat of Many Colors, airs on NBC on December 10, at 9 p.m. ET. Singing superstar Jennifer Nettles plays Dolly’s mother, Avie Lee, Ricky Schroder plays Dolly’s father and Alyvia Lind plays young Dolly. The movie is inspired by Dolly’s hit song of the same name and is based on the true story of her family’s struggle after the loss of her baby brother, Larry, who died when he was only six days old.
Positive Thinker: Al Roker, Today Show Weatherman, Journalist, Author
By Celeste McCauley3 min read
The Emmy-winning broadcaster shares his favorite inspiring quote, the best advice he’s ever received and the hardest thing he’s ever done.
