{
  "id": 3327356,
  "title": "Dolly Parton, Country Music Queen, Dies at 80",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/dolly-parton-country-music-queen-dies-at-80",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-25T18:46:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Colombia One",
    "slug": "colombia-one",
    "url": "https://colombiaone.com/2026/08/25/dolly-parton-country-music-queen-dies-at-80/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Country music legend Dolly Parton passed away at the age of 80 on Tuesday, August 25. Her death came just days after she spoke publicly about her health struggles. Born in Tennessee in 1946, Parton grew up in the Appalachian Mountains, an environment that profoundly influenced her identity and her music. She began her career in the 1960s and achieved widespread recognition as the \"queen of country music.\" Parton's career spanned over six decades, during which she released numerous hit songs and established herself as a successful actress and businesswoman. Some of her most famous compositions include \"Jolene,\" \"I Will Always Love You,\" \"Coat of Many Colors,\" and \"9 to 5.\" In addition to her musical achievements, Parton was a philanthropist who founded the Imagination Library, a program that provided free books to children. Her philanthropic efforts extended beyond books, as she also contributed to medical research and educational initiatives. Dolly Parton's enduring legacy in American music and culture will be remembered for generations to come.",
  "summary": "Dolly Parton, one of the most recognizable figures in American music and considered the queen of country music for decades, died Tuesday, August 25, at the age of 80. The news was confirmed by her nephew in a video posted to the singer’s Instagram account. Her death brings an end to a career spanning more […]",
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    "Dolly Parton died at 80 on August 25, 2023",
    "Born in Tennessee Appalachian Mountains in 1946",
    "Founded Imagination Library for children's books"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}