American singer, Dolly Parton, has died at the age of eighty (80) in Nashville, Tennessee, the family announced on Tuesday 25 August, 2026.
Parton, ‘Queen of Country’ music, was a Hollywood Star and an icon of America.
The songwriter’s passing is coming after her announcement in May that she was cancelling her show in Las Vegas and had been undergoing treatment for kidney stones for several years.
During her career that lasted more than six (6) decades, Dolly sold more than 100 million records and won eleven (11) Grammy Awards. These achievements made her one of the best selling musical performers of all time.
An announcement on her official Instagram account reads: “Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.
“Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).
“Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.
“At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family.”
She featured in movies like ‘9 to 5’, ‘Steel Magnolias’, and ‘The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas’.
