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Dolly Parton's Hollywood star replaced after vandalism, to reopen to public

The Hollywood Historic Trust said the replacement was completed after vandals scratched the original star, which had been damaged days after Parton’s death.

  • Dolly Parton's star on the Hollywood Walk was replaced this week after vandals defaced the monument following the country legend's death last week.
  • Photos revealed vandals had scratched the star, one of more than 2,800 embedded along Hollywood Boulevard, where Fans had gathered to leave Tributes.
  • Ana Martinez of the Hollywood Chamber noted crews cleared Tributes before performing Repairs, which addressed existing cracks planned before the vandalism occurred.
  • Parton, known for hits including 9 to 5 and Jolene, was laid to rest in Nashville beside Carl Dean, while Jada Star performed at the Grand Ole Opry House.
  • Dollywood in Tennessee announced new features to honor its 'Dreamer-in-chief,' including the Dream Maker character launching next year to support the Imagination Library.
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Dolly Parton's star on Hollywood Walk of Fame was repaired after being vandalized a few days after the death of the American singer.

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The damage caused by vandalism on Dolly Parton's star on the Walk of Fame has already been repaired by the Hollywood Historic Trust.

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TMZ broke the news in Burbank, United States on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
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