Music legend Dolly Parton has passed away at the age of 80 on August 25, 2026, surrounded by loved ones in Nashville. After a brief battle with cancer, her representatives confirm that the singer known for hits like 'Jolene', '9 to 5', and 'I Will Always Love You' has succumbed to the disease. In her final days, Parton remained optimistic about future projects despite health issues she had previously neglected while caring for her husband, Carl Dean, who passed away in March 2025. Throughout her career, Parton built a vast musical catalogue and empire, with Dollywood, her theme park co-founded in Pigeon Forge, being a major pillar of her fortune. Her passing marks the end of an extraordinary chapter in American popular culture but leaves behind a lasting legacy that continues to resonate.