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A young fan’s heartwarming reaction to spotting country music icon Dolly Parton at Dollywood has taken the internet by storm. The viral moment, which captured the pure joy and excitement of an 8-year-old boy, even caught the attention of Dolly herself.

A Magical Moment at Dollywood

The unforgettable encounter took place at Dollywood, Parton’s beloved theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. As the young fan stood in the crowd, his eyes widened in amazement the moment he spotted the legendary singer. In a video shared widely on social media, the child’s sheer excitement was impossible to miss as he gasped, covered his mouth, and stared in disbelief at his idol.

Dolly Parton’s Sweet Response

The viral video quickly gained traction, racking up thousands of shares and comments from fans who were touched by the boy’s genuine reaction. The excitement even reached Dolly Parton herself, who couldn’t resist acknowledging the adorable moment.

“This is just the sweetest thing! Seeing moments like this reminds me why I love what I do. Thank you for sharing this special memory with me! ✨🎤” Parton shared on X (formerly Twitter), along with a clip of the heartwarming reaction.

“This is exactly what meeting a legend looks like! His reaction is priceless,” one user commented. Another wrote, “Dolly has the most genuine connection with her fans. This little guy will never forget this moment!”

Watch: 8-Year-Old’s Adorable Reaction to Seeing Dolly Parton at Dollywood Goes Viral was originally published on hankfm.com