"I think I’m a star to everybody but me," Parton, 78, said. "I always wanted to be famous, but nobody could have thought of the extent it became. I’ll see a whole wall of my pictures somewhere, and I’ll wonder ‘How did that happen?’ It’s more a joy than a surprise."

Dolly Parton might be the queen of country, but she's never been afraid to poke fun at herself. As Southern Living's January/February cover star, the 78-year-old icon is celebrating nearly 40 years of Dollywood — and TODAY marked the special occasion with a throwback to 1986,

Dolly's cozy casserole recipe is just as simple as the list of ingredients: sliced potatoes, cooked ground beef, sliced onions, chopped tomatoes and chopped green peppers. Pro tip: Make sure to properly season every layer to make sure the flavors really sing.

Dolly Parton, a beacon in the realm of country music and a beloved icon, has announced a significant shift in her career. While her passion for creating music remains unwavering, the 78-year-old legend has recently declared her decision to step back from touring.