Dolly Parton has died
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Dolly Parton, a renowned singer-songwriter and philanthropist, has passed away at the age of 80. Her death was announced by her nephew, Brian Seaver, via Instagram. Seaver expressed his emotions, acknowledging the "heaviness" of the moment and the "honour" of being Dolly Parton. Parton's legacy is characterized by her exceptional songwriting skills, which include iconic songs such as "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You."
Throughout her career, she garnered a record 25 US country No. 1 singles, 47 albums in the country Top 10, and crossed over into the pop charts with hits like "9 to 5." Beyond her music, Parton was also deeply involved in philanthropic endeavors, including her Imagination Library, which has donated over 150 million books to children.
With her signature rhinestoned glamour and larger-than-life personality, Parton became an iconic figure in country music, earning numerous accolades, including 10 Grammy awards.
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