Dolly Parton Got Kicked Out Of A Hotel During Her First Trip To NYC | Late Night with Conan O’Brien 

A few years back I was a manager at a fine dining restaurant in Los Angeles that catered to a VIP crowd. One night a small group was coming in for a business dinner in one of the private rooms in the back. Dolly was the first to arrive. She had a driver and security who stayed in the lounge. I escorted her back and offered her a beverage while she waited. She asked for water. I came back with a small bottle of Evian and a wine glass with a slice of lemon. She said, and I kid you not, "Oh sweetheart, thank you so much, but I don't need the fancy stuff. I'm used to a jelly jar filled from the tap" She was the most real, genuine, appreciative, kind-hearted, funny, and an all-around likeable person. I dealt with hundreds of Hollywood A-listers while working there and nobody ever came close to as lovely a person as her. Period

"I'm not offended by all the dumb blonde jokes because I know I'm not dumb... and I also know that I'm not blonde." -- Dolly Parton

I believe Dolly Parton is what happens if an unusually gifted person is raised by their family with unusually high amounts of confidence, realness and _love._

She flew through Cleveland when I was working for a major airline. My coworker asked her if she would call his answering machine and leave a message, so he could use it has the message others would hear when they called his home. She did it! She said some thing like, “ Hi, this is Dolly. Dan can’t come to the phone right now, because we’re out of having SOOOME fun. Just leave your name and number and he’ll get back to you as soon as he can.” 😁 I also asked for an autograph for my husband, whose name is Carl. She said, “why, honey, my husbands name is Carl too.” ♥️ I adore her, as do so many.

I am a flight attendant and I have had the honor to serve her several times my very first time was from Toronto to Detroit and a few years later we went from Memphis to Nashville and as soon as she boarded she said “I have seen you before” and I told her when and she said “you are from the islands?” and I said yes I am from Puerto Rico and then she said you still cute as a button and of course I acted like a teenager…I just LOVE her🥰🥰🇵🇷🌈….she is truly a genuine down to earth humble woman…🥰🥰🥰🇵🇷🌈

this woman... you can't help but smile. I don't think there's a more genuine, likeable celebrity out there, from anywhere.

Dolly is, indeed, a jewel. People, this interview is from 2005. She was 59 at the time of the interview.

Nobody cuts across all demographics like Dolly. Young, old. liberal, conservative, etc. Everybody loves Dolly.

I love that she always acknowledges everyone in the room.

I've never been a fan of country music, but I've always been a fan of her. She's just always come off as real, down to earth and so sweet.

I don’t think this magnificent woman has an evil bone in her body. Every interview or appearance she’s always so sweet and genuine. She’s definitely a national treasure❤

She got that old school southern charm, so polite and humble even though she is a superstar that hasn't gone to her head, it's so refreshing to see. Just hearing hearing voice and accent makes you all warm inside, such a lovely Lady.

I love Dolly, she is just the most sweetest kindhearted person.

Dolly Parton is a standup comedian in a parallel reality

She's a legend. I met her EXTREMELY briefly when I worked at a radio station in NY. She walked into the studio and literally lit up the room. It was only a few seconds and she made an impression that fast. She really has got it. It has to be mostly genuine; no one could fake that for 50+ years.

I truly believe she is one of the greatest people to have graced this earth, God really blessed us when he shared Dolly with us!

She is such a treat to watch, always has been. I am glad she kept her personality.

She gives tons of books to children through a foundation she created. She is a good person.

She’s so naturally funny. She doesn’t have to try. And she’s got a heart of gold. We need to protect this woman at all costs! She’s too good. She’s another Betty White. We need her until she’s 100+!

Her positive attitude is contagious, such a nice woman.

I just love how Conan doesn't go to the classic "dolly, don't you think you need to tone it down." He immediately just compliments how gorgeous she looks and appreciates the effort she puts into the look. Love him and Love her

Its funny cuz absolutely NOBODY… Has anything bad to say about Dolly… No matter what walk of life you’re in everybody loves this woman.

All ive ever heard is how she's such a wonderful person, like truly truly a gem of a woman. She' has such a story and testament to her life and upbringing. So humble even after obtaining so much. And she never strayed from being herself.

I am over 50 and I can remember watching Dolly in her early days. She has never changed. A very bubbly friendly attractive woman who NEVER is depressed always cheerful woman who distract us from the problems of the world. I have a cousin who had a personality EXACTLY like Dolly. WE NEED more woman like her in this world! I am still stunned she can still keep her figure!

America’s sweetheart. Charming, comical, brainy, talented, benevolent. Such a wonderful person all-around. Reminds me of my beloved late grandmother, who was a huge Dolly fan. 🥰

LOVE Dolly! She's an amazing singer, but I think everyone can learn how to be a better human being from her!

It is so strange for me to see her, after so many years, still so beautiful so charismatic. I remember watching her on the TV while I was a child .. my dream was to look like her one day. I'm not even close, but now looking at her, gosh she is still looking DIVINE and what a kind and genuine personality she have.. I can't hide it, I absolutely Adore her. Dolly Parton ♥ Forever!

She is so funny. I love Dolly and her ability to be brutally honest about herself. Can you believe she will be 80 in 4 years??

Her story about NY had me in stitches. She's HILARIOUS!!!

I love her confidence, in contrast to many other people who easily feel intimidated whenever their bodies are becoming a topic.

The hilarious part is that I too, got mistaken for a hooker. Back then cell phones weren't readily available and there weren't any telephone booths nearby - I was waiting for a friend from college to come by and help me move to my new apartment. She was suppose to be there by 8AM. She never showed up. I spent all day walking in front of the old apartment building trying to keep an eye out for her. A cop saw me and asked what I was doing there - I innocently said I was waiting for my friend. For almost 8 hours he kept asking me on and off - what are you still doing here - I repeated - waiting for my friend. He asked me one last and final time and I blew my top and asked why do you keep asking me that - I told you I was waiting for my friend. He then realized I was telling the truth when he saw my luggage just by the apartment door. He laughed and said I thought you were a hooker. Needless to say - this country bumpkin was horrified, embarrassed and mad at the same time. He & his partner went off duty and helped me move.

she is so human and simple,easy going lady that i found myself smilling all thru the interview;i think she is one of the most beautiful creations we have in this age

Dolly is a national treasure.

I just love this lady. She is a wonderful human being.

I just freaking LOVE Dolly. She is an amazing person, and she is stupendously talented. She deserves all of the success that she has achieved in her life and more. I’m so happy for her. I’m not a fan of country music, my husband and I love Dolly because she rocks.

This woman 🤷🏻‍♂️ imagine being so talented and so smart and so kind and so funny and the list goes on and on and still manage to be so down to earth. Remarkable woman

Dolly is the truest form of a great human being. Love her, love her story's, and her great music!!

I,ve NEVER wished success on a huge level like Dolly,s achieved, but she is the only one who I believe truly DESERVES it!!

She is one person I would love to meet she's so wholesome and real

What a sweet and humble lady!! Not making a fuss about ppl picking on her. God bless her.

Dolly looks great and her personality is so so genuine and sweet.

Such a sweet, kind hearted, southern woman. It would be such a better world if more people were like her. Love you Dolly!!❤❤💛

It’s the outside of a woman that attracts you, but it’s the inside of a woman that keeps you with her. Dolly is a keeper! What a wonderful, humble lady. Always liked her.

Love her!! She hasn't let fame and fortune ruin her life. She really is the only famous person that is always down to earth. Who doesn't get a smile on their face when you see her!

More of a Pearl Jam fan myself, but how could anyone not love her? You always feel better just listening to her speak, let alone perform. From 8 to 80, her appeal is universal. A true national treasure.

I love her for being honest about her appearance. As she once said, 'I spend a lotta money to look cheap" Ar least she is honest about it.

Everyone gets happy in this woman's presence. She's the best. We love Dolly! 💛

You'd have to be one truly miserable person to not love and enjoy Dolly as the kind, genuine, incredible (the list goes on) person that she is; This woman is a treasure.

Anyone else rocking that much makeup and plastic surgery would get mocked online as being fake, but she is so genuinely loveable it is simply undeniable, I honestly can't imagine anyone not loving this woman

I remember I was going thru a terrible time when those fires hit in the smokies. I'm from KY and decided to come down and put my problems aside for a bit. I came down and helped. This what I'm fixing to say hopes it touches a person. When I came down and worked in those mountains I came to realize real quick that I had no problems even though I did and still do but nothing compared to what fire victims go thru. This truly touch my heart. It was like a nuclear blast had went off and there was nothing. I was so saddened but I showed up with my helping hand everyday and the people I met both victims and volunteers actually pulled me thru my own problems. Dolly helped so many of her home God bless her over and over. We need to take lessons off of each other and be kind to one another no matter where your from. Believe me there's magic in those mountains.

She’s a phenomenal story teller and songwriter.

Dolly is who she is & nobody can take her dignity & class away from her no matter how hard they try she can roll with the jokes & still come away smiling .... she's a classy southern woman...

This woman is a treasure. Both as a songwriter (whether you like country or not, she's a master of the craft) and as a person. She's a light in this world.

I love Dolly so much! Only she could the that NYC story in such a cheerful, charming way.

Damn, I love her. She's a joy. So funny and sweet. I hope we have many more years with her incredible personality.

"But that doesn't matter - well I love New York now", she says 😂 This woman is so talented and hilarious.

She gives all employees of Dollywood free education right? Just one of many things she does. An amazing person.

Dolly never forgets she is just like a lot of us.... fun loving, warm hearted, sincere... Hilarious personality and stays humble even with her successes in life she has accomplished. Pretty sure she is fun to be around....

This amazing woman is such a tonic! we need more good people in the world like this.

I met dolly on a plane way back in the 70s, and I was 8 or 9. She was amazing, just sweet as strawberry jam.

Dolly is so damn cool. A true rockstar.

When people say they don’t like country music, they mean bad country music, Dolly wrote masterpieces and songs that go beyond genre. It’s country but evergreen

This lady is probably the most real, doen to earth person you'll ever meet!

Dolly is so incredible. She never gets old - in all ways.

I can't believe that happened to her,I never told anyone about my similar experience, now I don't feel so embarrassed (35 years later)Her skin is amazing!What a beautiful woman!

Don't really know her music BUT from the interviews I've seen of her I absolutely LOVE her. She's humble, sweet, beautiful, direct and down to earth

Conan is just as genuine a human being as Dolly, what a sight to see these two together

Can we get Dolly on the Conan Podcast???

I freaken love Dolly Parton. She is such a humble and down to earth icon. 🥰

It's difficult to decide if Dolly is a better singer or better comedian. Or perhaps both. She's a wonderful storyteller.

She said, "I got some bongo stands" hahaha she is the absolute best.

I’ve ALWAYS had a great deal of respect for those of us who have great senses of humor & specifically can laugh at ourselves. What amazing gifts she’s been given in her life & has used all of them. Many of us can’t really say that.

Dolly Parton is a beacon of light. I wish she was my aunt.

Dolly is universally loved by people from all backgrounds. Such a beautiful woman with a beautiful spirit!

Every time I see a Dolly Parton video on RU-vid, I think 'no one can tell a Dolly Parton joke like Dolly Parton.' It doesn't matter what video it is, even if there isn't a Dolly Parton joke. She just makes me happy to see.

She is smart as heck and would be great to hang out with.

I've always been a Dolly fan, not because of what the tabloids seem to wanna keep writing about. She's a class act and I bet she is just a blast to be around; always so optimistic and full of boundless energy. I've probably had a low key celebrity crush on her for 35 years or better!

NYC Hotel room, $400. Dolly's story about a NYC hotel room, priceless.

The humility of Dolly will never cease to amaze me. Amazing woman!

76 years, beautiful with a big heart and she sure can sing, so lovely ❤❤

What a treasure. She just exudes joy

I still love Dolly Parton. I grew up listening to her music through my Mother. I loved her story telling through her music- Jolene, Coat of many colors, etc.

Love her sense of humor and energy💕

She's an ANGEL. Like literal angel on earth!

I'm infatuated with Dolly Parton: been watching her interviews and listening to her songs non stop.

there's something about her personality that's just amazing and always makes you smile.

I love Conan. I love Dolly. Two very good people who make people smile just by being there watching them. Thanks for the many years of entertainment Conan and Dolly. I grew up with you, we grew up with you both!! xoxo

Dolly is sooooo adorable!!!! I love her!!

Damn. This woman is awesome. Her story took quite a turn and I was laughing my ass off 🤣

She always drops the best random story s 😂🤘🏾✨

She looks wonderful here. Conan really put her at ease, and she was really able to cut loose with the stories. Very funny, enjoyable interview.

She is the QUEEN of PERSONALITY and very BEAUTIFULLY HUMBLE…..she carry herself with great pride for who she is👏👏👏👏👏👏

She seems like such a lovely person inside and out. Love her. ♥️

I would love to be able to just spend some time with her. She always makes me smile and I love all of her music! 💕

Always down to earth and funny! Love genuine people!

I love Dolly.🤩💯. So cool. So lovely. Her voice, so sweet and soothing. Plus her girlish laughter: the grace in it. So admirable. Thank you Dolly. Love you Dolly.💕

The reading books you sponsor, in Tennessee, has been the most generous practice. From Tennessee me, thank you Dolly Parton.

One of kind. Amazing woman in every way. ❤️

She always just warms my heart ❤️

Dolly sure has her humorous and fun stories. She’s beautiful inside and out. Great interview