Dolly Parton Shares Intimate Details Her Childhood Revolved Around 'God, Music And Food'

Country music legend Dolly Parton has revealed how her faith, family and love of food shaped her childhood.

Parton, who grew up in a poor family in the Appalachian Mountains of Tennessee, says her childhood was filled with music, faith and food.

In an interview with The Tennessean, Parton said that her family sang gospel music together every night and that her mother was a wonderful cook, who always made sure her children had plenty to eat.

Parton said that her faith was also a very important part of her childhood.

"I always knew that God was with me," she said. "And I always felt like I had a purpose in life."

Parton's love of food began at an early age. She said that she would often help her mother cook and that she loved to eat the food that her mother made.

"Food was always a big part of our family," she said. "And I still love to eat today."

Parton's childhood experiences had a profound impact on her life and career.

Her love of music led her to pursue a career in singing and songwriting. And her faith has helped her to overcome challenges and to stay true to herself.