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Tuesday, (August 25th) felt like a dark day. The world lost a beloved icon of sight and sound, as Dolly Parton joined her late husband Carl Dean in the big prairie in the sky.
Her memory lives on through her countless achievements, accomplishments, heart warming moments and charity contributions.
Naturally, fans shared iconic clips of her, leading to people digging up a rap she made on the Queen Latifah show.
That time Dolly Parton rapped on The Queen Latifah Show in 2013
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R.I.P. Dolly 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/Paa8mPwK8F
Dolly Parton, A Life
Country music legend Dolly Parton died at the age of 80, her family announced Tuesday, August 25th.
Parton’s nephew, Brian Seaver, announced her passing in a video shared on her Instagram account on behalf of the Parton and Owens family. A cause of death was not immediately disclosed.
The news comes months after Parton revealed she was dealing with ongoing health issues. In May 2026, she canceled a Las Vegas performance and said she had been undergoing treatment for recurring kidney stones while also working to strengthen her immune and digestive systems.
Born in East Tennessee, Parton rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most recognizable and influential entertainers in American history. Her legendary catalog includes classics such as “Jolene,” “9 to 5,” “Coat of Many Colors” and “I Will Always Love You.” She sold more than 100 million records and earned 11 Grammy Awards during a career spanning more than six decades.
Parton also became a successful actress, businesswoman and philanthropist. Her work included starring roles in films such as 9 to 5 and Steel Magnolias, the creation of Dollywood and the launch of the Imagination Library, which has provided millions of free books to children.
Known affectionately as the “Queen of Country,” Parton leaves behind a legacy that extends far beyond music, touching generations through her songwriting, personality, philanthropy and unmistakable influence on American culture.
