Dolly Parton has several business projects in the pipeline, including a biopic, a coffee brand, and a line of dog treats, according to a BBC report published Thursday.
The BBC report, which did not provide a release timeline, lists these ventures among the entertainer's upcoming commercial endeavors. Parton's business portfolio already extends well beyond her music career, and these new products would add to that footprint.
The report comes amid broader coverage of Parton's business acumen. A separate BBC piece highlighted how her commercial instincts have helped her succeed beyond the charts, while the Daily Nation noted that Kenyan country music fans have held events honoring her. CNN has also covered Parton's legacy, including a piece on caregiving and self-care, and CNBC has featured commentary from a manager of Parton's Imagination Library literacy program in Cincinnati.
Parton's Imagination Library, which mails free books to children, is one of her most prominent philanthropic efforts. The new commercial projects—the biopic, coffee, and dog treats—appear to be separate from that initiative, though the BBC report did not specify whether any proceeds would go to charity.
The biopic is notable given Parton's long career in music and film, but details about the project, such as casting or production studio, were not included in the BBC report. Similarly, no information was provided on the coffee brand's name, distribution, or the dog treat product line.
What to watch next: Whether Parton announces release dates or partners for these ventures in the coming months.
