Dolly Parton is dead. The famous singer from the USA reached the age of 80. Her family says: She died in peace. Dolly Parton was a big star of country music. She wrote more than 3000 songs. Her songs Jolene and I Will Always Love You are very famous.
Dolly Parton grew up in great poverty. She had 11 siblings. She made much music as a child. Later she was very rich and had much success. She spent much money for good things. She helped sick children. She also helped schools.
She was sick in the last years. She had kidney problems. She died in a hospital in August 2026. Many famous people mourn. The president of the USA honors her. The flags fly low for one week. This is a sign of great grief.
