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Dolly Parton sued a radio station in 1976. Here’s why
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· August 28, 2026
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Key points A contract had been agreed upon, with a total payment of $4,500 specified. From Waco, Texas: A lawsuit was filed by Dolly Parton and Top Billing Inc.
From Waco, Texas: A lawsuit was filed by Dolly Parton and Top Billing Inc. against a radio station. The dispute centered on unpaid wages for a performance.
A contract had been agreed upon, with a total payment of $4,500 specified. However, the final balance was not paid as required. The performance in question took place after the release of a notable single from an album.
Further details about the lawsuit and the circumstances surrounding it are available from the source. The case was brought in a state district court. A radio station, doing business under a certain name, was named as the defendant.
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Published: August 28, 2026 ·
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