Dolly Parton, whose iconic career has spanned over six decades, will receive the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at the 2025 Governors Awards this November. While this marks her first Oscar, the music icon has earned hundreds of accolades.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is finally giving an Oscar award to legendary country music star and LGBTQ+ ally Dolly Parton. She has been nominated twice before for Best Original Song,

Tom Cruise and Dolly Parton will receive their first Oscars at the 2025 Governors Awards. Debbie Allen and Wynn Thomas are also set for Academy Honorary Awards at the event. All four honorees have never won a competitive Oscar in their respective careers.