Dolly Parton died of cancer she ‘didn’t pay attention to’ while caring for late husband

Country music icon Dolly Parton, 80, passed away on Tuesday after a brief struggle with cancer. She was surrounded by family as she bid farewell at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center. Dolly had hinted at health concerns last week, revealing she had overlooked medical issues while tending to her late husband, Carl Dean. Carl, who died at 82 in March, and Dolly were wed for over six decades.

Their love story began in 1964 when Dolly moved to Nashville and met Carl, who inspired her hit song "Jolene." Dolly credits her faith for helping her cope with loss, believing she will reunite with Carl and his family in heaven.