Trump orders US flags lowered for ‘true loss’ of Dolly Parton

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered flags across the nation to be flown at half-staff for a week following the reported death of country music icon Dolly Parton. Trump described Parton's passing as a "true loss for millions of people" and took to his Truth Social network to express his sorrow.

"Very sad to report that Dolly Parton, one of the greatest Country singers, and far beyond, EVER, has just passed away," Trump posted. "There has never been anyone like her, and never will."

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Very sad to report that Dolly Parton, one of the greatest Country singers, and far beyond, EVER, has just passed away. There has never been anyone like her, and never will.

Parton, a legendary singer-songwriter, grew up in poverty in Tennessee and became a globally recognized figure. Her family announced her death on August 25, 2026, at the age of 80. The announcement came with a photograph of Parton performing at the Glastonbury Festival in 2014.

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True loss for millions of people.