Dolly Parton Modifies Playboy Bunny Costume for Religious Sensitivity

Dolly Parton Modifies Playboy Bunny Costume for Religious Sensitivity

In a revealing glimpse into the mind of one of music’s most iconic figures, Dolly Parton’s decision to modify her iconic 1978 Playboy bunny costume has been brought to light through the diary entries of famed celebrity interviewer Lawrence Grobel. The decision, rooted in her sensitivity to her religious fanbase, involved altering the costume to lower the crotch area and reduce exposure, ensuring it wouldn’t offend her more devout followers.

Parton, known for her candid and humorous nature, was always conscious of her audience. In a 1978 interview that delved into her personal life and creative process, she expressed her initial reluctance to pose for the cover, fearing that it might be misinterpreted as a joke. However, she ultimately agreed, stating that Playboy was a