Tributes pour in for Dolly Parton — even in divided America

American citizens from every background came together on Tuesday to mourn the loss of country music icon Dolly Parton. The singer, who passed away at the age of 80, was celebrated for her music, charitable work and film career. Known as one of the few beloved celebrities by all, Parton was mourned by luminaries across the entertainment industry and by politicians of differing political leanings.

Jack White, the rock musician who had previously performed her hit "Jolene," paid tribute to her on Instagram, calling her "instant sainthood." Country singer Reba McEntire praised her for "all the wonderful things you did for us here on earth" and expressed that "your love, your music and you gave so much with your huge heart."

She added, "There will never ever be another you." Kacey Musgraves, another prominent country artist, took to social media to express her grief, stating, "This really really hurts. The world feels a lot less sparkly all of a sudden." In a solemn announcement, former President Donald Trump ordered the lowering of flags across the nation for a week, recognizing Parton's passing as a "true loss for millions of people."