August 25, 2026
The music world is mourning the reported death of Dolly Parton, one of the most recognizable figures in country music. Parton was 80.
According to the announcement provided by her family, Parton died on August 25, 2026. News of her death marks the end of a career that spanned more than six decades and reached far beyond music.
Born in Tennessee, Parton rose from modest beginnings to become an internationally recognized singer, songwriter, actress, businesswoman and philanthropist. Her career produced some of country music’s best-known songs, including “Jolene,” “9 to 5,” “Coat of Many Colors” and “I Will Always Love You.”
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