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Dolly Parton Died From Brief Cancer Battle, Spokesman Says

Dolly Parton's cause of death has been revealed as a brief battle with cancer, where she was hospitalized at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville, Tennessee.

Dolly Parton Died From Brief Cancer Battle, Spokesman Says

Country music icon Dolly Parton passed away at the age of 80 in Nashville after a brief battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her loved ones as she departed Earth. Her publicist confirmed the news in a statement. Known for her striking costumes, powerful vocals, and poignant songwriting, Parton rose from humble beginnings in a Tennessee log cabin to become a global cultural icon.

She wrote hundreds of songs, including beloved classics like "Jolene," "Coat of Many Colors," and "I Will Always Love You." Parton's career was marked by a partnership with Porter Wagoner, which led to numerous hits, before she achieved solo success with "Joshua" and the timeless ballad "I Will Always Love You." Her philanthropic efforts include the Imagination Library, a program that has delivered free books to over 80 million children worldwide.

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