A Quote by Dolly Parton

I had nothing growing up, but I always wanted to be 'sexy,' even before I knew what the word was.

Dolly Parton

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Always Before Even Growing Growing Up Had Knew Nothing Sexy Up Wanted Word

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Dolly Parton
American - Singer
Born: January 19, 1946

I never got the idea of the industry's understanding of the word 'sexy.' They always wanted me to wear a mini skirt or show some more cleavage. That's not sexy. You are sexy when you have a strong personality.

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