The ‘Nation’s Library’ in Washington D.C. highlighted the singer-actress’s nonprofit, “Imagination Library”, which she began more than two decades ago with the goal of giving books to kids around the world.

“Of all the things I’ve done in my life, and it’s been a lot ’cause I’ve been around a long time, this is one of the most precious things and the proudest I am of any program,” Dolly told the gathered audience of wee ones and adults.

She engaged the audience during the celebration by reading—and singing—her children‘s book created from her song, “A Coat of Many Colors,” about a child who treasured a coat that her momma quilted from rags.

Known by the children who received her gifts as “The Book Lady”, she started the program to honor her father, who couldn’t read, yet was the “smartest man” she every knew.

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Parton’s nonprofit organization, Imagination Library, began in 1995, donating books to children in Parton’s home state of Tennessee. Now, Imagination Library mails out over 1 million books per month to children all over the world. Parton celebrated the 100 millionth book by donating to, and giving a reading at, the Library of Congress.

The reading – of Parton’s children’s book, Coat of Many Colors — also marks the beginning of a new initiative between Imagination Library and the Library of Congress, reports ABC news, “in which a book will be read during a live-stream and shared with libraries across the U.S.”

Parton told Good Morning America on Wednesday that she felt the presence of her parents during the landmark donation. “My daddy couldn’t read and write and that always troubled him and bothered him so I wanted to do something special for him,” she said. “So I got the idea to start this program and let my dad help me with it and he got to live long enough to hear the kids call me the ‘book lady.’”

At the Library of Congress event, Parton called the Imagination Library “the most precious” thing she has done in her life, according to The Washington Post. And she’s excited to do more: “Maybe we’ll be back for a billion.”

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“It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and legendary singer and guitarist, Glen Travis Campbell, at the age of 81, following his long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease,” read a statement from Campbell’s family on his website.

Campbell’s daughter Ashley (a country singer in her own right) shared her grief on Instagram.

“Heartbroken. I owe him everything I am, and everything I ever will be. He will be remembered so well and with so much love,” she wrote.

Heartbroken. I owe him everything I am, and everything I ever will be. He will be remembered so well and with so much love.

A post shared by Ashley Campbell (@ashcambanjo) on Aug 8, 2017 at 1:42pm PDT

During his career, the “Rhinestone Cowboy” singer racked up 10 Grammy Awards and 10 Academy of Country Music Awards while releasing over 70 albums and selling 45 million records. He also appeared in films such as 1969’s True Grit and 1970’s Norwood.

Campbell’s music stood the test of time, reaching fans of all generations and remaining part of the pop culture scene right up until his death.

His 1977 tune “Southern Nights” was recently featured in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 and he was nominated for an Oscar in 2015 for co-writing “I’m Not Gonna Miss You” for the documentary, Glen Campbell: I’ll Be Me, which chronicled his farewell tour throughout the world while he battled Alzheimer’s.

Naturally, the loss of a performer of this magnitude made a huge impact on the country music scene with Tim McGraw, Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley, and Keith Urban among those sending love.

Songs, songs, songs… Man, in a world of good stuff, his was great, in a world of great stuff, his was special! @GlenCampbell pic.twitter.com/9qexor9jX0

— Tim McGraw (@TheTimMcGraw) August 8, 2017

Extremely sad to hear that Glen Campbell has passed away. My prayers and thoughts go out to him and his family.

— Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) August 8, 2017

Thank you @GlenCampbell for the artistry, grace & class you brought to country music. You were a shining light in so many ways.

— Brad Paisley (@BradPaisley) August 8, 2017

I love Glen for so many reasons – but above all, for his humanity. Go rest high on that mountain, Glen. – KU https://t.co/mJQseVHST5

— Keith Urban (@KeithUrban) August 9, 2017

We lost a music legend today. Rest in peace, Glen Campbell. Sending love and prayers to his family. pic.twitter.com/CqW5eMFXAF

— Rascal Flatts (@rascalflatts) August 8, 2017

Thank you Glen Campbell for sharing your talent with us for so many years
May you rest in peace my friend
You will never be forgotten

— Charlie Daniels (@CharlieDaniels) August 8, 2017

The world lost a little sparkle today. Rest in rhinestoned peace, @GlenCampbell You inspired me so much.

— KACEY MUSGRAVES (@KaceyMusgraves) August 8, 2017

Wow… just heard Glen Campbell passed… sad day for music

— ChrisYoungMusic (@ChrisYoungMusic) August 8, 2017

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Dolly Parton shared a video message in which she praised Campbell’s talents calling him “one of the greatest voices of all time.”

Glen Campbell was one of the greatest voices of all time. I will always love you, Glen! pic.twitter.com/LQFEWA42lF

— Dolly Parton (@DollyParton) August 8, 2017

Campbell often crossed genres as evidenced by his work on the Beach Boys album Pet Sounds, where he lent his guitar playing abilities and even joined the band on tour.

“I’m at a loss,” tweeted Beach Boys frontman Brian Wilson while today’s current crop of pop stars also expressed their love.

I’m very broken up to hear about my friend Glen Campbell. An incredible musician and an even better person. I’m at a loss. Love & Mercy.

— Brian Wilson (@BrianWilsonLive) August 8, 2017

Miss you already #GlenCampbell pic.twitter.com/CvS8dWW1Wk

— Miley Ray Cyrus (@MileyCyrus) August 8, 2017

So sad that Glen Campbell has passed such a legend. #ripglencampbell #rhinestonecowboy pic.twitter.com/EDC9LdKhAu

— kevin jonas (@kevinjonas) August 8, 2017

A native of Arkansas, Campbell’s loss was felt amongst fellow Arkansan, former President Bill Clinton, and former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee.

Glen Campbell was an iconic American artist & fellow Arkansan. His legacy will be his great talent & how he decided to live with Alzheimers.

— Bill Clinton (@billclinton) August 9, 2017

Glen Campbell was one of the great entertainers and musicians of our time. Sad to learn of death of a great Arkansan and American.

— Gov. Mike Huckabee (@GovMikeHuckabee) August 8, 2017

Campbell, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in June 2011, is survived by Kim, his wife of 35 years, daughters Ashley, Debbie and Kelli and sons Cal, Dylan, Kane, Shannon, and Travis.

For more information on Alzheimer’s and what you can do to help fight this terrible disease, visit the Alzheimer’s Association at ALZ.org.

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