SHOCKING NEWS: Recently, at Dollywood, Owen Ramey once again caused an exciting surprise for Dolly Parton and everyone present. What Dolly saw will leave you in disbelief, and what happened next…

Dolly Parton Spots Super-Excited 8-Year-Old in the Crowd at Dollywood Parade — and His Reaction Is Priceless (Exclusive)

Dolly Parton’s magic was on full display at Dollywood’s Passholder Opening Day on March 14, when 8-year-old Owen Ramey had the unforgettable experience of seeing his idol, Dolly Parton, in person. Owen, along with his father Jordan, his stepmother April, and the rest of their family, had arrived in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, for the special event, eager to see the annual parade at the amusement park co-owned by the country legend herself.

As the parade began, Owen stood on the bridge near Mountain Laurel, holding a camera with his dad while his stepmom, April, began recording the moment on video. Jordan had FaceTimed his own mother to show her that the parade was starting, but little did they know, they were about to witness a reaction that would go viral.

When Owen laid eyes on Dolly, his excitement was pure and unfiltered. “Oh my God, oh my God!” Owen yelled while shaking a pink pom-pom as he saw Parton rolling by in a carriage. The moment became even more magical when Dolly spotted Owen in the crowd, pointing directly at him. Overwhelmed by the sight of his idol, Owen screamed, “Dolly!” with such unbridled joy that it quickly became the highlight of the parade.

Jordan, who was laughing and in disbelief at his son’s reaction, shared the story with PEOPLE. “The whole time we were standing there, he didn’t act that excited at all. But the moment he laid eyes on her and she acknowledged him, he lost it. He’s always seen her pictures all over the DreamMore [Resort], and I think when he saw her in real life, he realized, ‘WOW, she’s real!’”

For Owen, this wasn’t just any visit to Dollywood—it was the culmination of a lifelong admiration for the Queen of Country. “Owen has been going to Dollywood since he was 3 years old,” Jordan said. “He is crazy about Dollywood! He loves everything about it. He’s fearless when it comes to riding roller coasters. He also loves staying at the DreamMore. That’s where his admiration comes from.”

After the parade, Jordan shared the video on TikTok, captioning it, “Please Watch! Our 8 year old seeing @Dolly Parton for the first time!” He never imagined the video would take off, but to his astonishment, it quickly surpassed 6 million views and garnered nearly 10,000 comments. Jordan and Owen were both amazed by the viral success. “He had always wanted to go viral, and it finally happened,” Jordan said.

The video resonated with thousands of viewers, and even major brands chimed in with their own comments. Spotify shared their excitement, saying, “Honestly, everyone should be matching his energy—it’s DOLLY PARTON!!!” Ulta Beauty, Visa, and Barbie also added their support, with Barbie writing, “same buddy… same.”

While Jordan and Owen have yet to hear from Dolly herself, they remain hopeful for a personal connection with their idol. Meanwhile, Jordan offered some advice for other parents: “Let your kids enjoy being a kid and always have your camera ready to capture unexpected moments!” It’s clear that for Owen, that moment with Dolly Parton will be one of the most unforgettable experiences of his life, and it’s one that’s touched hearts around the world.