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Country music legend Dolly Parton dies aged 80 – latest updates

The country music’s death was announced by nephew Brian Seaver on Instagram Dolly Parton, US country star, actor and philanthropist, dies aged 80 Country music legend Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, her family has said in a statement. Continue reading...

Country music legend Dolly Parton dies aged 80 – latest updates

Country music icon Dolly Parton has passed away at the age of 80, according to her family. In a video posted to her official X account, her nephew Bryan Seaver confirmed her death, a role he had served as her head of security for over two decades. Seaver, who followed in his father Larry's footsteps, felt the weight of this news but recognizes the joy that Dolly brought into his life and the lives of her entire family. She paved the way for them, both personally and professionally.

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