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  "id": 3339803,
  "title": "Dolly Parton tributes include Dionne Warwick, Kacey Musgraves, George Strait and Miley Cyrus",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/dolly-parton-tributes-include-dionne-warwick-kacey-musgraves-george-3339803",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-25T20:23:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Associated Press",
    "slug": "associated-press",
    "url": "https://apnews.com/article/reaction-death-dolly-parton-3f392bf411ff828d1e4bcd8f9acf37be"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dolly Parton, the beloved singer and icon, passed away at the age of 80 in Nashville, Tennessee on August 15, 2023. Stars from various genres paid tribute to the iconic entertainer ahead of her funeral. Actress Patricia Heaton described Parton's passing as a \"gift\" and a \"loss,\" while Jamie Lee Curtis hailed her as an \"icon\" and a \"great example for us all.\" Seth MacFarlane lamented that \"the world is a dimmer place today without her.\" Dionne Warwick paid tribute to Parton, stating in her statement, \"The Heavenly Father has made the decision to bring another of his children to him. Dolly a true child of God is in the best hands now. I will certainly miss her laughter, jokes, and her being. Rest well and in total peace my friend.\" Linda Ronstadt, a singer-songwriter, expressed deep sorrow, recalling, \"One of the most extraordinary musical experiences of my life was recording with her. The world is a poorer place without her.\" Miley Cyrus mourned the loss of Parton, declaring, \"I can't believe we just lost the purest soul. Rest in Glory, Dolly. My heart aches.\" Kristin Chenoweth, an actor and singer, expressed her heartbreak, sharing that she always felt as though Parton was a friend, even agreeing to sing with her on a record. George Strait also paid his respects, stating, \"You've had such a huge impact on so many people all over the world, @DollyParton. We will all miss you. May God bless the Parton family.\"",
  "summary": "Stars are paying tribute to Dolly Parton, who died Tuesday in Nashville, Tennessee, at 80. Parton was among the most beloved personalities in music and beyond — the rare celebrity whose appeal transcended generations, geography and politics. Among those paying…",
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      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "Dolly Parton tributes include Dionne Warwick, Kacey Musgraves, George Strait and Miley Cyrus",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/dolly-parton-tributes-include-dionne-warwick-kacey-musgraves-george",
        "published": "2026-08-25T19:55:02.000Z"
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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."
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