Dolly Parton turned to social media to gush over a recent tribute from the Grand Ole Opry, saying she has “not stopped crying” since it aired. Parton was not on hand in person when Reba McEntire and Lady A led an all-star choir in singing “I Will Always Love You” during the Opry 100: A Live Celebration television special,

Dolly Parton is one of the most beloved figures in country music, and perhaps in pop culture generally. The prolific singer and songwriter continues to tour in her seventies to sold out crowds, and she’s been performing since her preteens.

Dolly Parton is getting candid over a beautiful tribute to her late husband Carl Dean. The singer, 79, took to her Instagram Story on Friday to share how much she loved Reba McEntire, Carrie Underwood, Lady A and the Opry choir’s performance at the “Opry 100 Special” this week.