Hollywood Pays Tribute to Dolly Parton at ‘Practical Magic 2’ Premiere
At the London premiere of Practical Magic 2, Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman led a warm remembrance of the late singer and actor Dolly Parton, calling her “an extraordinary light” and reflecting on the joy of working alongside her on the 1998 original film.
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event | ‘Practical Magic 2’ premiere, London |
| Who paid tribute | Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman |
| Quote | Kidman called Parton “an extraordinary light” |
| Bullock’s words | “All the people in the world will never amount to Dolly Parton” |
| Context | Tributes to the late singer at the sequel’s premiere |
What the Stars Said
Sandra Bullock reflected on her time working with Parton, telling reporters that the singer was “absolutely underrated and only in her absence does everyone realize how brilliant she was and how much we need her,” adding that she hoped Parton’s passing leaves behind “a massive legacy.”
Nicole Kidman remembered Parton as “a light,” saying “Dolly was one of a kind and there’ll be nobody like her. There never has been. There probably never will be again.” She described Parton as being remembered “in the most extraordinary light.”
Video: Stars Remember Dolly Parton
The following footage from the premiere shows the duo’s remarks as they honored Parton’s legacy on the film’s red carpet.
‘Practical Magic 2’ Stars Pay Tribute To The Late Singer And Actor Dolly Parton [AP]’
- Bullock recounted working with Parton on the original 1998 film.
- Kidman called Parton “a light” and “one of a kind.”
- Both described her as underrated and remembered with deep affection.
What ‘Practical Magic 2’ Means to the Franchise
The upcoming sequel reunites Bullock and Kidman as the witchy Owens sisters more than two decades after the cult-favorite original. The premiere has drawn extra attention both for the long-awaited return of the duo and for the touching moment the pair used the occasion to remember Parton, who performed on the soundtrack.
Confirmed vs. Speculation
| Confirmed | Not confirmed / Speculation |
|---|---|
| Bullock and Kidman paid tribute to Parton at the premiere | Any specific new music or film projects tied to the tribute |
| Kidman called Parton “an extraordinary light” | Details of a formal memorial service |
| Bullock said “all the people in the world will never amount to Dolly Parton” | Private remarks made off-camera |
| Practical Magic 2 screened and was promoted at the event | Exact release-distribution changes from the premiere |
FAQ
Where did the tribute take place?
The tributes happened at the Practical Magic 2 premiere in London.
Who paid tribute to Dolly Parton?
Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, the film’s two leads, paid tribute.
What did Nicole Kidman say?
She called Parton “Dolly was a light” and “one of a kind,” remembering her warmly.
What did Sandra Bullock say?
Bullock reflected on working with Parton and how much she will be missed, and was reported to have said “All the people in the world will never amount to Dolly Parton.”
Why was Parton connected to ‘Practical Magic 2’?
Parton contributed to the original 1998 film’s soundtrack, tying her legacy to the franchise.
Sources: Associated Press (via Yahoo News), Complex, BreakingNews.ie, Daily Mail. Video: YouTube.
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