Dolly Parton’s cause of death revealed as tributes continue to pour in
'Our beloved Dolly Parton spent her life and career bringing joy, laughter, hope and integrity into everything she touched,' Dolly Parton's team said in a statement.
Country music icon Dolly Parton passed away at the age of 80 in Nashville, Tennessee, after a brief battle with cancer, her representatives announced. Parton's team shared a statement, recalling her lifelong commitment to bringing joy and hope to people around the world. She was known for her generosity, as evidenced by her Imagination Library, which has donated millions of books, and her support for vaccine research.
Parton's health issues were first disclosed when she was hospitalized for kidney and autoimmune problems. Her nephew, Bryan Seaver, delivered a video announcement of her passing, expressing the family's deep sadness while honoring her legacy. Tributes poured in from fans, celebrities, and fellow musicians, with many leaving flowers and messages at memorials and memorials around the world.
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