Outrage erupted online after Dolly Parton’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star was vandalized in California just days after her death.
The star was dedicated in honor of the singer in 1984 and gained renewed attention following her death. According to TMZ, a fan reported that Parton’s name had been scratched up, describing the vandalism as a recent development. Crews responded to the damage and began replacing the star.
Ana Martinez, a spokesperson for the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, told the outlet that Parton’s star already had cracks and was scheduled to be repaired on Tuesday. In addition to the singer’s name being scratched, Martinez said the fan also reported that someone had stolen flowers left at the star. It was assumed that the person responsible for the vandalism may have also been behind the theft. As of now, the individual responsible for the vandalism has not been identified.
The vandalism of Parton’s star also does not necessarily indicate that the singer herself had become a controversial figure. Hollywood Walk of Fame stars can be targeted for various reasons, including personal grievances, political or social disagreements, or simply because they are located in a highly visible and accessible area. In Parton’s case, the renewed attention surrounding her death may have brought her star back into the spotlight, but the person responsible has not been identified, making it unclear what motivated the reported damage.
Fans Outraged After Dolly Parton’s Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Is Vandalized in California
News of Dolly Parton’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star being vandalized in California quickly sparked outrage online. Some people accused MAGA supporters of being responsible for the vandalism, although there is no evidence linking them to the incident. “MAGA without a doubt,” one person wrote. Another person said, “She didn’t hate gay people, That’s enough reason for maga.”
More people continued speculating about who might have been behind the vandalism, with one person writing, “MAGA or Homophobes. Those are the only answers.” Another person said, “It was definitely someone from trump’s cult.” Others appeared to take the situation more lightly, with someone else joking, “IT WAS JOLENE!!!”
The reported vandalism understandably left many Dolly Parton fans upset, particularly given how beloved the singer was by people from all walks of life. While some online were quick to speculate about who may have been responsible, no suspect has been identified, making it important not to jump to conclusions until more is known.
