NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Gray News) - The Grand Ole Opry will dedicate its Saturday night show to Dolly Parton.

The Opry said a number of artists will take part in the tribute, including Carly Pearce, whose career began at the Dollywood theme park.

Parton gave Pearce a surprise invitation to become an Opry member in 2021.

Outside the Opry, Parton’s name is displayed on the marquee. It will remain up through Saturday.

The Opry said fans can hear the show on its flagship station, WSM AM. It will also be available live on the station’s and Opry’s website, Opry.com.

Parton died Tuesday after a “brief battle” with cancer at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80.

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