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Facing the Laughter: Minnie Pearl

Facing the Laughter: Minnie Pearl

Sarah Cannon was a educated woman who had once dreamed of becoming a Shakespearean actress, but she found fame playing a simple country girl. Instantly identifiable by her straw hat with a price tag dangling from its brim, Minnie Pearl became an icon of country music radio, stage and TV. While Sarah and Minnie were two sides of a coin, they share a legacy of compassion, empowerment and humor.

Facing the Laughter: Minnie Pearl is a local public television program presented by Nashville PBS

Facing the Laughter: Minnie Pearl

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Special | 1h 31m | Minnie Pearl, the country music icon, was far different from the woman behind her. (1h 31m)

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