Dolly Parton, country music icon, dies at 80

Dolly Parton, the legendary country music singer and entertainer, died on August 25, 2026, at age 80, her family announced. Her six-decade career spanned music, film, and philanthropy, cementing her status as one of the world's most influential and admired entertainers.

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WATCH: The life and legacy of Dolly Parton

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In a music career that began when she was still a child, Dolly Parton went on to become one of the world's most successful and admired entertainers.

Remembering Dolly Parton's life and legacy

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Music icon Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, her family announced on Tuesday. Rolling Stone senior writer Marissa Moss joins CBS News to discuss Parton's legacy.

Dolly Parton: A Life in Pictures

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Parton made her mark in the country arenas of Nashville, and then crossed over into the pop world, Hollywood and beyond.

Dolly Parton's life and legacy

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Dolly Parton died at 80 years old after a brief battle with cancer. Anthony Mason reports on her life and legacy.