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The Latest Breaking News from Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton was a country music force but her legacy will be philanthropy

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The Independent UK · Aug 25

Dolly Parton death latest: Goddaughter Miley Cyrus pens tribute to ‘angel’ as world mourns loss of an icon

The singer, who was known for timeless hits including ‘9 to 5’ and ‘Jolene,’ wrote more than 3,000 songs across her illustrious career

The Independent UK · Aug 25

Legendary Singer Dolly Parton Dies At 80

Parton's decades-long career and string of hits, as well as her philanthropic activity, turned her into a staple of American culture.

International Business Times · Aug 25

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Dolly Parton’s life and career as a country music icon, actor and philanthropist, in photos

Photos of Dolly Parton’s rise from humble Tennessee roots to country music icon, actor, businesswoman and philanthropist. Known for hits including “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You,” Parton has died at 80.

The Independent UK · Aug 25

Dolly Parton’s philanthropy inspiration was her father who couldn't read or write: 'I saw how crippling that could be'

Dolly Parton used her $450 million net worth to do good.

Fortune · Aug 25

Country music legend Dolly Parton dies aged 80

The country music legend who wrote hit songs Jolene and I Will Always Love You, has died aged 80

Evening Standard · Aug 25

Dolly Parton, country music legend, Miley Cyrus' godmother dies at 80 — The extraordinary life & legacy of the American icon

Dolly Parton, a celebrated singer and songwriter, has passed away at age eighty. Her career spanned over six decades, bridging musical genres and generations. She achieved significant success with hits like "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You." Beyond music, Parton built a business empire and championed philanthropy through her…

The Economic Times · Aug 25

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How Dolly Parton became much more than country music’s 'backwoods Barbie'

Back in 2008 at age 62, Dolly Parton released a single proclaiming she was "just a backwoods Barbie, too much makeup, too much hair."

Radio France Internationale · Aug 25

Music Legend Dolly Parton Is Dead At 80, See Her Family's Statement

Talk about a generational talent.

Cinemablend · Aug 25

Dolly Parton, iconic American singer and songwriter who shaped country music, dies at 80

Born on January 19, 1946, in Tennessee, Parton grew up in a poor family and was one of 12 children. She began writing songs when she was about six years old. Her first known song, "Little Tiny Tasseltop", was about a corncob doll made with corn-silk hair. Parton was married…

The Times of India · Aug 25

Beloved US country music icon Dolly Parton dies at 80

US singer-songwriter, actress, businesswoman and philanthropist Dolly Parton died on Tuesday at the age of 80, her family said in a statement. The prolific songwriter released 49 studio albums, more than 100 compilation and collorabative albums, won 10 Grammys and 13 Academy of Country Music awards, and racked up 26…

France 24 · Aug 25

Country superstar Dolly Parton dies aged 80

The news was announced by her nephew.

Evening Standard · Aug 25

Dolly Parton’s final wish: Nephew announces singer’s death in video she asked him to make years ago

Dolly Parton’s death was announced in a video at her request, her nephew Brian Seaver revealed.

The Independent UK · Aug 25

Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations has died at 80

Dolly Parton, the beloved music and film star known for her vibrant personality and poignant songwriting, has died

The Independent UK · Aug 25

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Euronews · Aug 25

Country music icon Dolly Parton dies aged 80, family announces

The singer, songwriter and actress was one of the most influential figures in country music and shaped music and popular culture over a career spanning decades.

The Independent UK · Aug 25

Dolly Parton: How country music’s most famous face remained an enigma to the end

TRIBUTE: The Queen of Country, who has died aged 80, was instantly recognizable but unquestionably one of a kind, writes Kevin E G Perry. ‘I want to be remembered as somebody who took her work serious, but not herself,’ she told The Independent, when asked about her legacy

The Guardian - US · Aug 25

Dolly Parton’s peerless career turned country music cliches inside out

Beneath the wig and rhinestones, Parton was the genius behind strings of classic songs from Jolene to I Will Always Love You that continue to inspire new artists

Latin Times · Aug 25

Dolly Parton Dies at 80: How 'Jolene' Found a Second Life in Cumbia and Latin Music

Dolly Parton, the country music legend whose songs traveled far beyond the Tennessee mountains that shaped her, died Tuesday at 80, leaving behind a catalog that also found an unexpected home in cumbia, regional Mexican music and the voices of Latino artists.

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The Independent UK · Aug 25

Dolly Parton dead at 80 after country music icon just spoke out about health

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The Guardian - US · Aug 25

Dolly Parton, country star, actor and philanthropist, dies aged 80 after cancer diagnosis

Songwriter of I Will Always Love You, Jolene and 9 to 5 invested millions in child literacy, Covid-19 vaccine development and other causes

The National (Scotland) · Aug 25

Legendary country singer Dolly Parton dies aged 80

LEGENDARY country singer Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, her family has said.

The Independent UK · Aug 25

Dolly Parton death: Country legend dies aged 80 after a brief battle with cancer

The much-adored musician, who wrote more than 3,000 songs, was known for huge hits including ‘9 to 5’ and ‘Jolene’

Euronews · Aug 24

Dolly Parton shares health update and considers ‘avatar performances’ in future

The 80-year-old country legend has shared an update on her health after being forced to cancel her Vegas residency. She has also said she is considering “avatar performances” in the future...

The Independent UK · Aug 22

Dolly Parton says she neglected her health while caring for late husband

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Woman & Home · Aug 22

'My doctor clipped my wings': Dolly Parton issues rare health update after being forced to cancel appearance

Dolly reassured fans she was doing okay after her doctor banned her from travel recently

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