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Perhaps more important than her music is how Lynn helped open doors for many of today's female artists

Parton has been one of country music's most recognizable stars since her entree into the genre in the 1960s.

Garth Brooks may have "friends in low places," but for a number of country stars, their closest friendships are the exact opposite.

On Aug. 11, 2001, Shelton scored his first No. 1 hit with his debut single,

Country singers have been making appearances on television and in movies for decades.

Some of the biggest country stars have a pretty big secret -- they aren't who you think they are!

Some of country music's biggest names got out on the gridiron before they made it big in music.

Chase Bryant has released a new single, called "Hell If I Know."

There's no question that he's made a lot of waves during his career in country music, but it's his rebel ways that have made the singer unforgettable.

Little Big Town have selected "When Someone Stops Loving You" as their next single.

A photo gallery of country stars who have passed away in 2016.

A new 'Forbes' list of the highest-earning celebrities of 2016 includes, among other country artists, Garth Brooks and Kenny Chesney