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Dolly Parton didn’t want to ‘worry’ fans by revealing cancer battle, says niece

Dolly Parton's niece, Jada Star, revealed that the family deliberately kept the late country star's cancer diagnosis private prior to her death at age 80 to avoid causing concern for her fans. The Queen of Country passed away on 25 August at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Centre surrounded by loved ones…

The Independent UK

Dolly Parton’s niece reveals why Queen of Country hid cancer diagnosis

Jada Star paid tribute to her aunt with a performance at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville

The Independent UK

How the ‘backwoods Barbie’ Dolly Parton turned self-aware artifice into authentic artistry

Scrolling through the tributes to Dolly Parton this morning – from the Grand Ole Opry, New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, queerfluencers and others – I thought to myself: that’s her real name?

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Tributes flood in after country music loses beloved Opry voice

A broadcasting legend who spent decades championing country music artists has been mourned by stars across the industry following his death after a serious illness.

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Urban cowboys, harmonica wizards and queer trailblazers: 100 years of the Grand Ole Opry, country music’s greatest institution

It started out as promo for an insurance company and ended up powering an entire industry. As the Opry strikes out for London, can it stay relevant for another century?

The Guardian - UK

Carrie Underwood leaves country fans in tears with moving tribute to Randy Travis at Grand Ole Opry

Underwood performed at the Opry 100: A Live Celebration on Wednesday

The Independent UK

Dolly Parton defends Elle King after controversial concert performance

Dolly Parton expresses support for Elle King following her drunk and forgetful performance at the Grand Ole Opry, urging forgiveness and understanding.

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