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Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers Were Friends for Nearly 40 Years: Inside Their ‘Electric’ Bond

As the world mourns the passing of the one and only Dolly Parton, fans are coming together to share their favorite songs, movies and moments starring the Queen of Country. One particularly moving musical moment has gone viral across social media this week—it's Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers singing 'We've Got Tonight' in 1985.

Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers Were Friends for Nearly 40 Years: Inside Their ‘Electric’ Bond

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One particularly moving musical moment has gone viral across social media this week—it's Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers singing 'We've Got Tonight' in 1985.

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As the world mourns the passing of the one and only Dolly Parton, fans are coming together to share their favorite songs, movies and moments starring the Queen of Country. One particularly moving musical moment has gone viral across social media this week—it's Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers singing 'We've Got Tonight' in 1985.

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