Dolly Parton dies at 80
The country singer and songwriter, whose career crossed into film, television and philanthropy, died on Tuesday, according to reports.
Dolly Parton, the American country singer and songwriter whose career made her a global cultural figure, has died at 80, according to multiple reports on Tuesday. She was known for a long run of hit songs and a public image that reached far beyond country music.
Reports described Parton as one of the genre’s most recognizable performers and a widely admired ambassador for it in mainstream culture. Her work also extended into acting and other entertainment projects over many decades.
Tributes began appearing soon after news of her death was published, with fellow musicians and other public figures sharing messages of grief and remembrance. Among those named in coverage were Reba McEntire, Lily Tomlin, Dionne Warwick, Kacey Musgraves and Donald Trump.
Parton’s songs, including "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You," helped define her career and remain closely associated with her name. Her death marks the end of a career that shaped country music’s reach in the United States and abroad.
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