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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 26, 2026Miami-Dade

Dolly Parton, country music icon and actor, dies at 80

Dolly Parton, the country music singer, songwriter, and actor, has died in Nashville at the age of 80 following a battle with cancer.

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Why It Matters

The death of a globally recognized cultural figure marks the end of a multi-decade career in music and film.

Key Facts

  • Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80.
  • The cause of death was cancer.
  • The death occurred in Nashville, Tennessee.

Who's Mentioned

organizationImagination Library“Nonprofit organization founded by Parton.”personDolly Parton“Subject of the obituary, musician, and philanthropist.”personPorter Wagoner“Collaborator and former producer.”locationNashville“The location of death.”personCarl Dean“Parton's spouse.”locationTennessee“The state associated with the subject's origin.”personJane Fonda“Co-star in '9 to 5'.”personLily Tomlin“Co-star in '9 to 5'.”personMarcel Pariseau“Publicist who confirmed the death.”locationVanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center“Location where Parton passed away.”