Is Dolly Parton still alive?
Short Answer
Deceased. Dolly Parton died on August 25, 2026, at the age of 80.Basic Profile
- Full Name: Dolly Rebecca Parton
- Date of Birth: January 19, 1946
- Place of Birth: Sevierville, Tennessee, USA
- Nationality: American
- Primary Known For: Country singer, songwriter, actress, and philanthropist
- Date of Death: August 25, 2026
- Age at Death: 80
- Cause of Death: Not publicly disclosed
Latest Confirmed Status Summary
Dolly Parton died peacefully in Nashville on August 25, 2026, according to her family and publicist. She was one of the most influential country musicians of all time and was also known for her acting, philanthropy, and Dollywood theme park.
Notable Facts
- Wrote and recorded "Jolene," "9 to 5," and "I Will Always Love You"
- Founded the Dollywood Foundation and Imagination Library
- Inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Sources
- Reuters: Dolly Parton, queen of country music, dies at 80 (August 25, 2026)
- AP News: Dolly Parton dies at 80 (August 2026)
- Dolly Parton obituary (death date and biographical details)
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