Dolly Parton, Iconic Singer/Songwriter and ‘9 to 5’ Star, Dies at 80
The beloved musician and actress who lit up the screen in "The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas," "Steel Magnolias," and other films passed away peacefully in Nashville today.
Country music icon Dolly Parton passed away at the age of 80, according to her family. Born in rural Tennessee in 1946 to one of 12 children, Parton rose from humble beginnings to become a globally recognized singer, songwriter, actor, and businesswoman. Throughout her career, she penned over 3,000 songs, including hits like "Jolene," "Coat of Many Colors," and Whitney Houston's "I Will Always Love You."
In addition to her music, Parton acted in major Hollywood films and invested greatly in various charitable endeavors, particularly in her home state of Tennessee. Her business ventures spanned theme parks, cosmetics, pet apparel, baking mixes, and even a truck stop. Parton was known for her striking looks and larger-than-life blonde wigs, which she used to break barriers in a male-dominated industry.
US President Donald Trump ordered flags to be lowered across the country, and New York's Empire State Building was lit in pink in her honor. Fellow artists, including Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, and Jack White, expressed their shock and admiration for Parton's unique voice and legacy.
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