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Dolly Parton dead at 80 | CNN

Musicians, actors and politicians paid tribute to the superstar, as flags across the nation were lowered to half-staff in her honor. Dolly Parton, the beloved country music star who won hearts across the country and globe for her philanthropic efforts, died in Nashville Tuesday after a brief battle with cancer. She was 80. We’re wrapping up live coverage, but here’s where to go next if you want to learn more about Parton’s legendary life and legacy: It turns out that a very divided America is indeed able to come together and agree on one thing: a collective sense of grief, love and adoration for the late Dolly Parton. The country superstar, actress and philanthropist died “peacefully” on Tuesday in Nashville after a brief battle with cancer. The news quickly spurred reactions from people across all walks of life, bringing together everyone from drag queens to faith leaders and politicians to music fans of all genres to remember the life and legacy of a woman who touched millions with her prolific songwriting, unique charm and sweeping generosity. Some of music’s biggest names were the first to remember Parton, many sharing their own stories that spoke to her immense imp

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Carrie Underwood honors Dolly Parton's faith and legacy during emotional concert tribute

Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here. Carrie Underwood admitted Dolly Parton's death was a shock that created ripples throughout the world. The "American Idol" judge was overcome with emotion as she honored the…

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Carrie Underwood honors Dolly Parton's faith and legacy during emotional concert tribute

Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here. Carrie Underwood admitted Dolly Parton's death was a shock that created ripples throughout the world. The "American Idol" judge was overcome with…

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Aug 28, 2026·CNNT2 · Outlet report
Nashville’s airport would be renamed for Dolly Parton under Tennessee governor’s proposal | CNN

Nashville International Airport would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal announced Friday by Tennessee’s governor. Gov. Bill Lee proposed the name change just days after the country music icon died Tuesday…

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Aug 28, 2026·Fox NewsT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Dolly Parton defied country music's expectations for women and built a career on her own terms: experts

Fox News senior national correspondent William La Jeunesse goes through the legacy of country music legend Dolly Parton on 'The Story.' From the get-go, Dolly Parton was a force to be reckoned with. She challenged…

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Aug 27, 2026·The GuardianT2 · Outlet report
Like a rhinestone cowgirl – Dolly Parton’s most glorious, joyful and meta looks

Across six decades, the late country singer and pop culture icon turned self‑presentation into a flamboyant art form Don’t get Fashion Statement delivered to your inbox? Sign up here Dolly Parton may have had a…

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Aug 27, 2026·Fox NewsT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Country music star Riley Green keeps cooking with new single 'That's Just Me' from upcoming album

Country star Riley Green told Fox News Digital he won't abandon his Alabama farm even though he has "every reason" to move to Nashville. Riley Green released another guaranteed hit. Green has turned into a monster…

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Aug 26, 2026·The GuardianT2 · Outlet report
From Jolene to Islands in the Stream: Dolly Parton’s 10 best recordings

The late star created some of the most beloved country and pop songs in American music Alexis Petridis on Dolly Parton’s peerless career that turned country music cliches inside out Country music legend Dolly Parton…

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Aug 26, 2026·CNNT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Dolly Parton, queen of country music and humanitarian hero, dead at 80

By Dan Heching, Tiffany Baker, Marco Chacon and Brook Joyner, CNN Dolly Parton, who rose from humble beginnings to the greatest heights of American music and became one of the country’s most philanthropic, unifying and…

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'Music is a great connector': How Dolly Parton became one of the world's best-loved stars

Apart from her songwriting prowess, the singer – who has died aged 80 – gave little away about her private life, and presented an almost cartoonish public image. We examine her enduring appeal. I witnessed the Dolly…

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Dolly Parton dead at 80 | CNN

Musicians, actors and politicians paid tribute to the superstar, as flags across the nation were lowered to half-staff in her honor. Dolly Parton, the beloved country music star who won hearts across the country and…

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T2 · Outlet reportFox NewsAug 31, 2026

Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here. Carrie Underwood admitted Dolly Parton's death was a shock that created ripples throughout the

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T2 · Outlet reportCNNAug 28, 2026

Nashville International Airport would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal announced Friday by Tennessee’s governor. Gov. Bill Lee proposed the name change just days after the country music icon died Tuesday of cancer at age 80.…

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T2 · Outlet reportFox NewsAug 28, 2026

Fox News senior national correspondent William La Jeunesse goes through the legacy of country music legend Dolly Parton on 'The Story.' From the get-go, Dolly Par

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T2 · Outlet reportThe GuardianAug 27, 2026

Across six decades, the late country singer and pop culture icon turned self‑presentation into a flamboyant art form Don’t get Fashion Statement delivered to your inbox? Sign up here Dolly Parton may have had a record 25 US country No…

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T2 · Outlet reportFox NewsAug 27, 2026

Country star Riley Green told Fox News Digital he won't abandon his Alabama farm even though he has "every reason" to move to Nashville. Riley Green released another guaranteed hit. Green has turned into a monster country music star over…

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T2 · Outlet reportThe GuardianAug 26, 2026

The late star created some of the most beloved country and pop songs in American music Alexis Petridis on Dolly Parton’s peerless career that turned country music cliches inside out Country music legend Dolly Parton dies aged 80 –…

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