In a lighthearted and unforgettable moment that had fans grinning ear to ear, country music icon Dolly Parton brought her trademark sparkle and sass to a recent interview alongside Hollywood action legend Sylvester Stallone. The longtime friends reunited to reflect on their cult-favorite 1984 film Rhinestone, and the chemistry between them was as electric as ever.
Sitting side by side, Dolly and Sly shared behind-the-scenes stories, good-natured jabs, and a few flirtatious one-liners that had everyone—audience and crew alike—laughing out loud.
“Well, you still look mighty fine for someone who’s taken more punches than a jukebox in a honky-tonk,” Dolly teased with a wink, drawing cheers from the audience and a hearty laugh from her co-star.
Stallone, never one to miss a beat, shot back with a smile,
“And you still shine brighter than rhinestones on Broadway, Dolly. That’s never changed.”
Their effortless banter transported fans straight back to the set of Rhinestone, where Dolly played a country singer tasked with transforming Stallone’s rough-around-the-edges cab driver into a music star. Though the film received mixed reviews at the time, it has since become a cult classic, largely due to the unlikely and unforgettable chemistry between its two leads.
As clips of the interview made their way online, social media erupted with praise for the duo’s energy and enduring friendship.
“The world needs more Dolly and Sly!” one fan posted.
“This is the rom-com reunion I didn’t know I needed,” wrote another.
“Their flirtatious banter is giving me LIFE!” said a tweet that quickly went viral.
Both stars are now well into their seventies—Dolly at 78 and Sly at 77—but their charisma hasn’t faded a bit. If anything, time has only deepened their connection.
“We always had fun together,” Dolly said during the interview. “Even when we were singing off-key or cracking up in the middle of a scene, Sly always made me laugh. And I think that’s what people still feel when they watch us.”
When asked if they would ever consider working together again, Stallone playfully responded,
“Only if Dolly promises to coach me through the singing again.”
To which she replied, “Honey, I’ll coach you any day of the week.”
Whether or not a Rhinestone sequel ever comes to life, fans can agree on one thing: Dolly Parton and Sylvester Stallone still light up the room—together or apart.