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WATCH: David Muir looks back at the life and legacy of Dolly Parton

The music legend, actress, businesswoman and philanthropist has died at age 80. Beyond her humble country roots in Tennessee, Dolly's career spanned more than six decades.

WATCH: David Muir looks back at the life and legacy of Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton, a music legend, actress, businesswoman, and philanthropist, has died at the age of 80. According to ABC News (US), her career spanned more than six decades, taking her from her humble country roots in Tennessee to international fame.

Described by The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald as a singer-songwriter, literacy advocate, and cultural icon, Parton's wit, beauty, and musicality shaped country music for over six decades. RTE News noted that her charisma, heartfelt lyrics, and business acumen captured the public's imagination for nearly six decades.

No further details about her life or legacy were provided in the reports.

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