Maher Trashes Dolly Parton Obit Coverage with Cringe-Worthy Tribute

On Real Time, Bill Maher delivered a cringe-worthy tribute to Dolly Parton while criticizing how the media covered her death, prompting backlash reminiscent of past celebrity obit misfires. Parton died after a brief cancer battle and inspired widespread tributes from stars like Miley Cyrus and Taylor Swift; Maher’s comments contrasted with more respectful remembrances and other commentators’ reactions.