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  "id": 3323535,
  "title": "Country music legend Dolly Parton dies",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/country-music-legend-dolly-parton-dies",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-25T18:08:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
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    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/country-music-legend-dolly-parton-dies/"
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  "account": "Country music icon Dolly Parton passed away at the age of 80, according to a family announcement shared on social media. Parton, known for hits such as \"Jolene\" and \"I Will Always Love You,\" had a career spanning four decades. Her business ventures included opening the Tennessee theme park Dollywood in 1986, which has become a major tourist attraction. Maintaining a legacy of philanthropy, Parton's Dollywood Foundation has donated millions of books to children through her Imagination Library. Throughout her career, Parton received numerous accolades, including 11 Grammy Awards, three Emmys, and nominations for two Academy Awards, six Golden Globe Awards, and a Tony Award. She released 48 studio albums in her lifetime, with sales exceeding 100 million records worldwide. Born in Sevierville, Tennessee, in 1946, Dolly faced poverty in her youth but began performing as a child. She embarked on her professional journey in Nashville in 1964, initially as a songwriter before achieving mainstream success with her breakthrough hits \"Jolene\" and \"I Will Always Love You.\" However, health issues led to the postponement of her Las Vegas residency last year. In October, fans expressed concern after Parton postponed her shows due to health challenges, clarifying that she had undergone several procedures. Despite the uncertainty, Parton was set to perform at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in December. Her sister, Freida Parton, emphasized that her sister's health issues were minor and that she was simply asking for prayers. Dolly Parton's family expressed deep sadness at the loss, remembering her as a beacon of inspiration who opened doors for countless artists and dreamers.",
  "summary": "Country music legend Dolly Parton, who wrote hit songs like Jolene and I Will Always Love You, has died aged 80, her family announced on social media. Parton crossed into pop with albums like 9 to 5 and Odd Jobs (1980), tied to her starring role in the film 9 to 5. Her business acumen […]",
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        "outlet": "Gulf News",
        "title": "US country music legend Dolly Parton dies at 80: family",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/us-country-music-legend-dolly-parton-dies-at-80-family",
        "published": "2026-08-25T18:04:38.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "CBC News",
        "title": "Dolly Parton, one of country music's greatest legends, dead at 80",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/dolly-parton-one-of-country-musics-greatest-legends-dead-at-80",
        "published": "2026-08-25T18:11:10.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "GBC Ghana",
        "title": "Dolly Parton, country music icon, dies at 80",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/dolly-parton-country-music-icon-dies-at-80",
        "published": "2026-08-25T18:13:24.000Z"
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        "outlet": "BBC News",
        "title": "Dolly Parton: The country legend who sang from the heart",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/dolly-parton-the-country-legend-who-sang-from-the-heart",
        "published": "2026-08-25T18:14:13.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "CBS News",
        "title": "Dolly Parton dies at 80 | Special Report",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/dolly-parton-dies-at-80-special-report",
        "published": "2026-08-25T18:16:00.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Toronto Sun",
        "title": "Country music legend Dolly Parton dead at 80",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/country-music-legend-dolly-parton-dead-at-80",
        "published": "2026-08-25T18:18:05.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "JUST IN: Country music icon Dolly Parton dies at 80",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/just-in-country-music-icon-dolly-parton-dies-at-80",
        "published": "2026-08-25T18:24:16.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Jerusalem Post",
        "title": "Country music legend Dolly Parton passes away, aged 80",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/country-music-legend-dolly-parton-passes-away-aged-80",
        "published": "2026-08-25T18:28:16.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "DW News",
        "title": "Remembering Dolly Parton: 8 facts about the icon",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/remembering-dolly-parton-8-facts-about-the-icon",
        "published": "2026-08-25T18:42:00.000Z"
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