Dolly Parton’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame was found scratched and damaged this week, just days after the 80-year-old music icon passed away on Aug. 25. A fan spotted the damage Monday night and reported it on social media, and the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce later confirmed the star had been vandalized. A custodian claimed the scratches came from broken glass, possibly from a candle that was kicked over near the star.
The Hollywood Historic Trust has already started repair work on the star, which Parton received back in June 1984. According to a spokesperson, the repair process involves filling the scratches and allowing the material to cure, with a final polish scheduled for Friday. Fans hoping to pay their respects at the star will have it looking clean and bright by the weekend, just in time for the continued wave of tributes pouring in from around the world.
Parton was laid to rest on Aug. 28 beside her husband Carl Dean, and her nephew Bryan Seaver has been handling security matters in the days since. While the vandalism has sparked outrage among fans, the quick response from the Hollywood community shows the deep respect she commanded throughout her career. What do you think the punishment should be for someone who damages a public tribute like this? Drop your thoughts in the comments.
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