{"id":77406,"date":"2026-08-25T22:42:26","date_gmt":"2026-08-26T02:42:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/?p=77406"},"modified":"2026-08-25T22:42:31","modified_gmt":"2026-08-26T02:42:31","slug":"dolly-parton-dies-at-80","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/2026\/08\/25\/dolly-parton-dies-at-80\/","title":{"rendered":"Dolly Parton dies at 80"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Country music icon\u00a0Dolly Parton died<\/a>\u00a0peacefully in Nashville Tuesday at age 80, her nephew Bryan Seaver\u00a0announced in a video statement<\/a>. Parton passed away \u201cafter bravely facing a\u00a0brief battle with cancer<\/a>,\u201d her publicist, Marcel Pariseau, said in a statement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 \u2013 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 \u2013 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 \u2013 2000).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton\u2019s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Dolly\u2019s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly\u2019s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging @DollyParton or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton\u2019s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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