Dolly Parton proposes THREESOME with Garth Brooks and wife Trisha Yearwood at ... trends now Country music legends Dolly Parton and Garth Brooks teamed up to play co-hosts for the 58th Academy Of Country Music Awards at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, on Thursday. Parton turned up the heat on stage and took the show in a risqué direction by propositioning her colleague and his wife Tisha Yearwood. During the opening bit Parton joked that she had heard in interviews that she was the couple's hall pass' selection. 'I just had a thought. I know why you're doing that G.O.A.T. thing!" Parton declared. 'I think it stands for Garth Organized A Threesome!' Seemingly caught by surprise by the threesome reference, the Shameless singer shot back with complete class, 'And I thought I couldn't love you anymore!' Surprise proposal: Dolly Parton kicked off the 58th Academy Of Country Music Awards by joking about having a threesome with co-host Garth Brooks and his wife Trisha Yearwood Despite getting a little frisky with the married Brooks, Parton has been married since 1966 to Carl Thomas Dean, though he has left the spotlight all for her. The dynamic duo kicked off with an opening number during the monologue that came complete with the two sharing compliments with each other, along with a raunchy surprise from the Jolene star. After welcoming the audience, Brooks called Parton the G.O.A.T. (Greatest Of All Time), while she more than reciprocated by crowning him with the title of 'King of Country Music.' 'He changed the name of country music forever. In a flash, he became one of the biggest stars of all time,' Dolly said, while Garth replied by referencing one of her most famous songs, saying the 'world […] will always love you.' Looking to rebound off the animal reference, Parton came out pulling a cart with an actual goat in it: 'Did I hear you say you were looking for a G.O.A.T.?' Parton said, adding, 'I've got your G.O.A.T. right here!' Despite being among the biggest stars in country music for decades, this is the first time Parton and Brooks have ever worked alongside each other, according to Jewel of Tennessee. 'I am thrilled to return to host the ACM Awards, this time with my friend Garth, Parton said in a statement when it was announced she was returning as host, as reported by Entertainment Tonight. 'While I've had the pleasure of spending time with him throughout the years, I can't believe we’ve never had the chance to work together.' This is Parton's third time hosting, after she previously led the ACM ceremonies in 2000 and 2022. After welcoming the audience, Brooks would call Parton the 'G.O.A.T. (Greatest Of All Time)', while she more than reciprocated by crowning him with the title of 'King of Country Music' In on the joke: Looking to rebound off the animal reference, Parton came out pulling a cart with an actual goat in it: 'Did I hear you say you were looking for a G.O.A.T.?' Parton said, adding, 'I've got your G.O.A.T. right here!' Risqué turn: 'I just had a thought. I know why you're doing that G.O.A.T. thing!. I think it stands for Garth Organized A Threesome!' Parton said of Brooks and wife Tisha Yearwood For the opening of the broadcast, Parton showed off her famous curves in a multi-colored floral dress, consisting of burgundy, green, black, white and red, with a plunging neckline. As for Brooks, he looked stylish in a black denim pants, a matching blazer and dress shirt, to go along with his cowboy boots and hat. Ahead of all the laughing and joking during the opening, Parton, Brooks and Yearwood posed alongside each other during the red carpet portion of the festivities. Showing her fashionista ways, the I Will Always Love You icon arrived to the show in a different outfit that was all about the bling with its silver tassels and fringe along her waistline and legs. The ensemble included skin-tight pants with a silver-and charcoal color and a matching plunging top that hugged her womanly curves while showcasing her ample cleavage. She also had a pair of silver, open-toe heels, and her blonde long locks teased up while flowing straight down past her shoulders with bangs. At one point, Brooks got in between Parton and Yearwood, who was decked out in a form-fitting red and black-patterned dress. After Parton and Brooks were announced as hosts, she sang his praises in a statement. 'While I've had the pleasure of spending time with him throughout the years, I can't believe we've never had the chance to work together,' she said. Unfortunately, fans didn't get to see the legendary entertainers duetting, though Parton still performed. Glowing: Parton was dressed in a revealing silver ensemble with metallic feather designs, tassels and a sheer panel highlighting her cleavage On point: She also wore matching silver pants and open-toe heels The threesome: Parton also snuggled up with Brooks and Yearwood on the red carpet Elegant: Yearwood looked lovely in a form-fitting red and black-patterned dress Flirty: Brooks got playful with his co-host and wife before the opening of the show New music: For her performance, Parton debuted World On Fire, the first song on her upcoming album Rockstar Rock on! The covers LP is a departure for her, marking her first rock album, and it was inspired after she was nominated — and subsequently inducted — into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2022 Fiery! The high-octane performance included pyrotechnics 'I think [Brooks' wife] Trisha [Yearwood] is going to be on, too, on the show, so I figured that I'm not going to mess with that,' Parton joked to reporters at a press event. 'I don't want her kicking my little short butt!' For her performance, Parton debuted World On Fire, the first song on her upcoming album Rockstar. The covers LP is a departure for her, marking her first rock album, and it was inspired after she was nominated — and subsequently inducted — into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2022. She initially declined the nomination, as she felt she was too country to be in the Rock Hall of Fame, but she warmed up to the idea after learning that the organization also nominates artists in other genre who have had a major influence on rock and popular music. All rights reserved for this news site (dailymail) and under his responsibility