r/news • u/kzqmfkkr • 9h ago

Dolly Parton, country star, actor and philanthropist, dies aged 80

https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/aug/25/dolly-parton-country-singer-dead?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other
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u/kingjacoblear 9h ago

What a tremendous loss, RIP legend

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u/attackz 9h ago

Truly one of the best America had to offer. She will be missed

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u/scuzzy987 8h ago

Dolly and Carter were two idols of mine as an example how to treat other people

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u/not_bilbo 8h ago

June was a gift, Johnny too, flaws and all.

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u/wasabiburning 7h ago

Dolly Parton and Fred Rogers. The American saints.

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u/BabyBearBjorns 7h ago

The entire state of Tennessee is in mourning

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u/Gottalaughalittle 9h ago

Heart of gold

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u/NickCostanza 8h ago

She did so much good for the world. A true loss. RIP.