Singer-songwriter-actress Dolly Parton, whose glittering country music stardom was matched by her pop fame and popular parallel careers in film and TV, died Tuesday in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80. Her reps said that she died after a “brief battle” with cancer.
\n\nThe announcement came on her official Instagram, with a video from her nephew Bryan Seaver on behalf of the Parton family.
\n\nThe family’s official obituary said, “A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.”
\n\nIn mid-August. she said she would not be able to make it to a Dollywood appearance and was suffering from dehydration and dizziness, writing “My Nashville doctor has kinda clipped my wings, saying, ‘You…
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