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  "id": 3338369,
  "title": "Dolly Parton Net Worth",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/dolly-parton-net-worth",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-25T19:36:32.000Z",
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  "account": "Dolly Parton, an American singer, songwriter, actress, author, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, left behind an estimated net worth of $650 million at the time of her death on August 25, 2026. Born on January 19, 1946, in Sevier County, Tennessee, Parton rose from humble beginnings to become one of the world's most successful entertainers and philanthropists. Her wealth stemmed from various sources, including music royalties, songwriting, record sales, film and television appearances, business investments, tourism, publishing, and licensing.\n\nParton's financial savvy was evident in her decision to retain ownership of her songwriting and publishing rights, which allowed her to capitalize on the immense popularity of hits like \"I Will Always Love You,\" which earned her significant income. Her music career spanned over six decades, during which she sold more than 100 million records and earned 11 Grammy Awards. Notable hits included \"Jolene,\" \"Coat of Many Colors,\" \"I Will Always Love You,\" and \"9 to 5.\"\n\nIn addition to her music, Parton established the Dollywood theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, and the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, a philanthropic initiative that mailed free books to children worldwide. Her entertainment career extended beyond music as she appeared in several films, including \"9 to 5,\" for which she received an Academy Award nomination. Her diverse business ventures and philanthropic efforts contributed to her impressive net worth of $650 million.",
  "summary": "Dolly Parton was an American singer, songwriter, actress, author, entrepreneur and philanthropist who had an estimated net worth of $650 million at the time of her death. Parton died on August 25, 2026, at the age of 80, ending a career that spanned more than six decades. She rose from poverty in rural Tennessee to [...] The post Dolly Parton Net Worth appeared first on Kahawatungu .",
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