DOLLY PARTON has withdrawn her name from this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame consideration. She was one of seven first-time nominees, and as of last night she was fourth in overall voting.
But there was an immediate backlash from those who felt Dolly wasn't a good fit. It sounds like she heard all the griping and didn't want to get in the middle of it. Here's what she posted yesterday on social media:
"Dolly here. Even though I am extremely flattered and grateful to be nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, I don't feel that I have earned that right. I really do not want votes to be split because of me, so I must respectfully bow out.
"I do hope the [Hall] will understand and be willing to consider me again . . . if I'm ever worthy." She added, quote, "This has inspired me to put out a hopefully great rock 'n' roll album at some point in the future, which I've always wanted to do."
The Rock Hall has inducted several country artists, including Johnny Cash, Chet Atkins, Floyd Cramer, Bill Monroe, Hank Williams, Bob Wills . . . and the Father of Country Music, Jimmie Rodgers.