Sunday 18 April 2004

Influential female stars

What does country crooner Dolly Parton have in common with talk-show host Oprah Winfrey, and sultry songstress Mariah Carey? Don't roll your eyes. The trio of women are being recognized universally for their influential, creative, and philanthropic endeavours.

Dolly Parton, 58, will receive "The Living Legend" award Wednesday from the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C., a spokeswoman for the entertainer said. Parton was chosen by the library's curators and specialists, honorees include artists, writers, entertainers, activists, filmmakers, physicians, sports figures and public servants.

TV giant Oprah Winfrey was recognized by Morehouse College during during their 137th Founder's Week, receiving the Candle for Lifetime Achievement in Humanitarian Service Award at their annual "A Candle in the Dark" Gala. Winfrey shared a piece of her heart and a hefty piece of her checkbook with the organisation.

Lastly, songbird Mariah Carey deserves kudos for being idol to the idols. A quick survey of "up-coming" divas proved Carey's talents were a great source of inspiration to many. Stars to acknowledge Carey were Christina Aguilera, Mya, Pink, Beyonce Knowles, Kelly Rowland, Britney Spears, and Mandy Moore. Carey received the 2003 Chopard Diamond World Music Award for career achievements and over 100 million albums sold worldwide.

(Starlocity.com)



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