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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Caitlin Hornik

Dolly Parton’s sister reveals why family hasn’t shared cancer diagnosis

  • Stella Parton spoke with Gayle King on CBS Mornings about her late sister Dolly Parton 's legacy and private battle with cancer .
  • Dolly Parton passed away on August 25 at age 80 following a brief fight with cancer.
  • Stella explained that details regarding the diagnosis were kept private out of respect, stating that it was her sister's business.
  • She noted that while Dolly never explicitly asked the family to conceal the diagnosis, she never granted permission to disclose it either.
  • Stella shared that the final request her sister made of her was for prayer.

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