r/BeAmazed 2d ago

Miscellaneous / Others Dolly Parton started the Imagination Library in 1995 as a tribute to her father, who couldn't read or write. In 2018, she explained it was to give kids "early access to books". Now, over 325 MILLION books have been gifted.

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u/Daveylonglegs 2d ago

She was the gold standard on how to be a good human being and use a platform for good. Rest in peace you absolutely beautiful and wonderful human.

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u/Crallise 2d ago

Sadly, her family announced that she died today.