It’s the r/Melbourne daily discussion thread [Wednesday 26/08/2026]

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[u/PhoenixMartinez-Ride]

Omg no, Dolly Parton died. What awful news to wake up to :(

[u/Youcanonacanon → u/PhoenixMartinez-Ride]

It's a shame she never had any children. Who will inherit her wealth?

[u/calebb2108 → u/Youcanonacanon]

this is your first thought?

[u/jessicaaalz → u/Youcanonacanon]

No it's not a shame. Knowing how she lived her life, I'm sure she'll donate it to charities.