Dolly Parton is country music's richest singer

Dolly Parton is the wealthiest country music singer, with an estimated fortune of $650 million. She surpasses other country stars like Garth Brooks, valued at $400 million, and Shania Twain, estimated between $350 million and $410 million. Parton's wealth comes from her music career, acting, books, and various business ventures. While she is not a billionaire, reports suggest she could have reached that status if not for her philanthropic efforts. Taylor Swift, with a fortune of $1.6 billion, remains the richest overall singer, but her current music style is not classified as country. Parton is recognized as the top earner in traditional country music.