Dolly Parton, at 79, still rises at 3 a.m. to engage in spiritual practices, prayer, and reflection during the quietest part of the day.
She attributes this early rising habit to her late father and a personal belief that as one ages, waking earlier becomes natural, coupled with a desire not to miss anything. When at home and not working, Parton spends her free time with family, cooking, or reading.
She continues to wear high heels even when at home, humorously stating it helps her reach kitchen cabinets due to her short stature. While she doesn't always wear her signature wigs, she does style her hair, as she never knows when someone might visit or need to enter her home for repairs.
Parton has recently been focusing on her health following the loss of her husband of 58 years, Carl Dean. She had canceled a public appearance due to a health scare and postponed a planned tour, opting instead to focus on her recovery at home.
Friends and family have been visiting her, and she has begun decorating for the holidays, her favorite time of year.
