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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Entertainment
J. Alas

Is Dolly Parton Quitting The Music Business? Star Cancels Upcoming Shows To Undergo 'Multiple Procedures'

Dolly Parton delays December concerts to September 2026 for medical treatment, assuring fans she is not retiring from music. (Credit: Instagram: dollyparton)

Dolly Parton has postponed her upcoming Las Vegas concerts amid ongoing health challenges, telling fans she needs time to recover from several medical procedures. The 79-year-old country music icon announced on 28 September 2025 that her December residency will now take place in September 2026. She explained the decision was made to ensure she can deliver the high-quality performances her fans expect.

Parton's much-anticipated Las Vegas residency, Dolly: Live in Las Vegas, was originally scheduled for 4 to 13 December 2025. It would have marked her first extended run in Las Vegas in 32 years and was set to include six concerts coinciding with the National Finals Rodeo. The show promised a catalogue spanning seven decades, including hits such as '9 to 5', 'Jolene', and 'I Will Always Love You'.

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