“If you see someone without a smile, give ’em yours!”

October of 2012 • Requested by Wilki Tom • Mikodacs font by gluk

Dolly Rebecca Parton is an American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, record producer, actress, author, businesswoman, and philanthropist, known primarily for her work in country music. After achieving success as a songwriter for others, Dolly Parton made her album debut in 1967, with her album Hello, I’m Dolly.

The quote is universally attributed to Dolly Parton, though because the quote is so ubiquitous, it was very hard to research. I wasn’t able to find any books or songs that referenced it. The earliest written piece I was able to find was in something called The Postmasters Advocate, which was written in 1965… but also uses it as a quote.

Eventually a fan of hers bought this piece and brought it to her and she signed it!