Jeff Bezos Awards Dolly Parton $100 Million, Plans to Give Back

Dolly Parton is the first person on Jeff Bezos' list.

In an interview with CNN, the second richest man in America said he would give away most of his wealth. The couple said they are building the capacity to give away the money to help with humanitarian efforts.

He gave Dolly Parton $100 million after he honored her with his Courage and Civility Award.

Those who lead with heart are the recipients of the award.

We've just announced a new Courage and Civility award recipient — @DollyParton, who leads with her heart, and will put this $100 million award to great use helping so many people. She joins prior awardees, @VanJones68 and @Chefjoseandres. Congrats, Dolly! pic.twitter.com/dzTuoGVp3G

— Jeff Bezos (@JeffBezos) November 12, 2022

"When you think of Dolly, everyone smiles," Snchez said. She is smiling with light on her face. She wants to illuminate other people's worlds. We know Dolly is going to do amazing things with this award, so we couldn't have picked a better person to give it to.

Parton is one of three recipients of the award, along with chef Jose Andrés and CNN's Van Jones.

Dolly hasn't said what she will do with her award.

According to Fox Business, Parton has a number of foundations that support children's education. She helped raise money for the vaccine Moderna.

I try to put my money where my heart is. I will do my best to do good things with this money Thank you @JeffBezos #LaurenSanchez https://t.co/8RHh51z3jT

— Dolly Parton (@DollyParton) November 13, 2022

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