Kacey Musgraves is set to lead a tribute to Dolly Parton at the 2026 VMAs, following her recent performances of Parton's songs including '9 to 5' and 'Here You Come Again,' which were highlighted during her Middle of Nowhere Tour 2026, despite a stage fire interruption in Boston. She also performed a duet with Troye Sivan on 'Easy' at Madison Square Garden and made light of her disco ball props during concerts.