Dolly Parton to Star in 'Run, Rose, Run' Adaptation from James Patterson & Reese Witherspoon

Dolly Parton is taking on a new role!

On Monday (March 21), Variety announced that the country music legend will be teaming up with Reese Witherspoon and James Patterson for a film adaptation of her novel Run, Rose, Run, which she co-wrote with the author.

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Run, Rose, Run, which was published earlier this month, follows a young woman who makes her way to Nashville in order to become a country music star. However, her dreams are threatened by a secret she’s desperately trying to hide.

“Growing up in Nashville, I’ve loved Dolly since the moment I heard her magical voice and saw her luminous personality shine onstage,” Reese said in a statement. “Beyond her magnetic presence as an artist and performer, she is one of the greatest songwriters and storytellers of our time. Her impact knows no bounds – as a musician, actor, writer, businesswoman, activist and all around incredible human being – Dolly Parton is not only an icon to me, but a true inspiration to women and girls everywhere. My admiration for her grew to even greater heights when reading Run, Rose, Run, a gripping and heartbreaking book I couldn’t put down. I couldn’t feel more honored to be working alongside her and James to bring this remarkable story to the screen.”

“James and I love Reese and look forward to working with her and her wonderful team,” Dolly said. James added, “It has been a joy working with Dolly Parton on this book. It’s a great story that we are both proud of. And, in partnership with Reese Witherspoon and Hello Sunshine, we will produce a great movie.”

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