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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Annabel Bate

‘I just hope I leave something good behind’: Dolly Parton reflects on her legacy in resurfaced interview

The late Dolly Parton reflected on her legacy before her death at 80, saying she hoped to “leave something good behind”.

Dolly Parton, who was born in a two-room log cabin and rose to become the world’s wealthiest country music star with timeless hits including “9 to 5” and “Jolene,” passed away after a brief battle with cancer on Tuesday (25 August).

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