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AMC Theatres bringing back Dolly Parton films after her death

“Steel Magnolias” and “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas” will return to about 200 AMC theaters nationwide Friday.
AMC Theatres bringing back Dolly Parton films after her death
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AMC Theatres are saying a special farewell to Dolly Parton. The movie chain is bringing back two of Parton's biggest movies -- "Steel Magnolias" and "The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas."

Although best known for her music, she was nominated for Best Motion Picture Actress in a Musical or Comedy for her role in "The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas."

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They will be screened in roughly 200 locations across the U.S. beginning Friday and continuing for a week. The country music icon died Tuesday following a brief battle with cancer.

She was 80 years old.

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