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Country Icon Dolly Parton Dies at 80

From Die Presse · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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News Named sources Outcome reported
  • Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, her family announced.
  • Parton was celebrated for her music, including hits like "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You," and her extensive career in music and acting.
  • She had recently canceled a planned Las Vegas concert series due to health reasons.

Dolly Parton, the legendary American country music star, has passed away at the age of 80, her family confirmed in a statement. Known globally as the "Queen of Country Music," Parton left an indelible mark on popular culture over several decades with her songwriting, singing, and acting.

Parton achieved worldwide fame with iconic songs such as "Jolene," "Nine to Five," and the ballad "I Will Always Love You." With over 100 million records sold globally, she stands as one of the most successful artists of all time. Her prolific career was recognized with 11 Grammy Awards, including a Lifetime Achievement Award.

The news of her death was shared via a video on her official Instagram account, delivered by her nephew Bryan Seaver, who had served as her head of security for two decades. Seaver announced the passing in accordance with Parton's wishes.

Parton had recently canceled a concert series scheduled for September in Las Vegas, citing health concerns. These performances were initially planned for the previous year but were postponed due to an illness, and then rescheduled for 2026 before this latest cancellation.

Queen of Country music

— SourceDescribing Dolly Parton's status in the music industry.
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Originally published by Die Presse in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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