Dolly Parton kept plans for her estate and business ventures so tightly under wraps that that even her inner business circle were left in the dark, the Daily Mail can reveal.

Dolly Parton used the $450 million fortune she earned from music and other pursuits to make a philanthropic impact, especially in her hometown.

Dolly Parton used the $450 million fortune she earned from music and other pursuits to make a philanthropic impact, especially in her hometown.