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Randy Parton is an American singer, actor and business person. He is best known as the brother of Dolly Parton. He is also known for the theater that once bore his name in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina. In 2007, Parton signed a deal worth over $1.5 million yearly to manage and perform in a new theater bearing his name in the Carolina Crossroads entertainment and shopping complex.[1]
The relationship between Parton and the city soured as the theater struggled to attract customers[2] and questions arose concerning Parton's use of a nearly $3 million fund for personal travel and entertainment. [3] Parton was also questioned by city leaders for unauthorized events held at the theater including a wedding reception for his daughter along with details about who would be marketing the theater.[4] Throughout the controversy, Parton maintained that his actions were within the contract and that the theater would be successful given time.[5] Parton's contract with the city was terminated on January 8, 2008 and renamed the theater the Roanoke Rapids Theater.[6]
[edit] References
- ^ Carrington, Don. "Parton to Get $1.5 Million Per Year", Carolina Journal, April 25, 2007. Retrieved on 2008-05-02.
- ^ "Randy Partons Divorce", News and Observer. Retrieved on 2008-01-20.
- ^ "N.C. town finds in Parton brother a tale of woe", Baltimore Sun, Dec, 23, 2007. Retrieved on 2008-01-20.
- ^ "Documents reveal Parton, advisers expected the city to market the theater", Roanoke Daily Herald. Retrieved on 2008-01-20.
- ^ "Randy Parton press conference", You Tube. Retrieved on 2008-05-02.
- ^ "Randy Parton Theater Officially Changed To Roanoke Rapids Theater", WITN. Retrieved on 2008-01-20.
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