Is Dolly Parton Set to Appear in Jennifer Aniston's ‘9 to 5’ Remake?
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Synopsis
Dolly Parton shares her thoughts on the upcoming remake of '9 to 5' starring Jennifer Aniston. Although she wishes the project well, she confirms she won't be in it. Read on to discover her insights and contributions to this nostalgic film.
Key Takeaways
- Dolly Parton has no plans to star in the new ‘9 to 5’ remake.
- The new film is being spearheaded by Jennifer Aniston.
- Parton has expressed her willingness to contribute music for the remake.
- She played Doralee Rhodes in the original film.
- The original actresses have been involved in attempts to create a sequel for years.
Los Angeles, May 23 (NationPress) Country music legend Dolly Parton expressed her long-standing desire to see a remake of the beloved 1980s comedy classic “9 to 5”. However, she has confirmed that she will not be appearing in the forthcoming film featuring Jennifer Aniston.
In the original movie, the country music star played the role of Doralee Rhodes, alongside Lily Tomlin as Violet Newstead and Jane Fonda as Judy Bernly.
“Jane, Lily, and I have been trying for years to develop a 9 to 5 sequel,” Parton shared with HuffPost, according to reports from people.com.
She further noted, “It never came to fruition.”
Now, more than 40 years later, a remake might finally be on the horizon, thanks to Aniston.
Although Aniston wishes to include all three original actresses in the new film, Parton expressed uncertainty about that happening.
The “Jolene” singer remarked, “We have no intentions of being involved. But I genuinely wish her success, as the script I reviewed was truly engaging and offers a fresh perspective that modernizes the workplace.”
“But the reality is, we’re all older now,” Parton added during her conversation with the outlet.
She continued, “We might not look our best on the big screen. All of us alongside those beautiful, youthful stars... so I’m unsure.”
Even though the original Rhodes actress will likely not grace the silver screen, she has offered her musical talents for the remake, considering her long-standing friendship with Aniston.
“I told her, you’re more than welcome to use my song ‘9 to 5’, and if you need additional songs or a reworked version of ‘9 to 5’, I’m happy to help,” Parton shared about her conversation with Aniston.
Parton is confident that “some wonderful person” will be selected to portray Rhodes.
“I truly would love to see the show, and I’d be thrilled to contribute some music for it,” Parton expressed.
This is not the only remake that Parton has significantly influenced in the past. She served as an uncredited producer for the original Buffy the Vampire Slayer and is now involved in the reboot through her production company, Sandollar Productions.
“I will be as engaged as necessary or as I can be. If they request, I might even propose some ideas for episodes,” Parton told HuffPost.
Point of View
We recognize Dolly Parton's immense contribution to the original '9 to 5'. Her insights into the remake showcase her expertise and passion for the project, while her decision not to appear highlights her understanding of the evolving film landscape.
NationPress
21/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Dolly Parton star in the new '9 to 5' remake?
No, Dolly Parton has confirmed she will not star in the upcoming remake featuring Jennifer Aniston.
What role did Dolly Parton play in the original '9 to 5'?
Dolly Parton played the character Doralee Rhodes in the original 1980s film '9 to 5'.
Is Dolly Parton contributing music to the remake?
Yes, Dolly Parton has offered her song '9 to 5' for the remake and is open to creating new music for it.
Who else starred in the original '9 to 5'?
The original film also starred Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda alongside Dolly Parton.
What is Dolly Parton's opinion on the remake's script?
Dolly Parton stated that she found the script for the remake to be really good and felt it offered a fresh take on the story.
