⭐ THE QUEEN OF COUNTRY · 1946–2026

Dolly Parton

January 19, 1946 — August 25, 2026

Singer · Songwriter · Actress · Philanthropist · The one and only

Remembering Dolly

Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton.

Dolly Rebecca Parton (January 19, 1946 – August 25, 2026) was an American singer-songwriter, actress, philanthropist, and businesswoman — one of the most beloved entertainers of all time. Over a career spanning from 1956 to 2026, she became the "Queen of Country," a cultural icon, and a global symbol of kindness and grit.

She passed away on August 25, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee, and was laid to rest at Woodlawn Memorial Park. The world lost a legend, but her music and generosity live on.

25No. 1 country hits
100+Career albums
11Grammy Awards
1956–2026Years active

🌟 Her Story

  • Humble start: Born in a one-room cabin in Pittman Center, Tennessee — the fourth of twelve children.
  • Small-town dreamer: Began performing as a child, signing with Goldband Records at just 13 and moving to Nashville after high school.
  • With Porter Wagoner: The "Porter Wagoner Show" made her a star in the late 1960s; together they had hits including "Joshua" and "Coat of Many Colors."
  • "Jolene" (1973): One of the most-covered songs ever written — a worldwide hit and enduring classic.
  • "I Will Always Love You" (1974): Her own farewell to Porter; Whitney Houston's 1992 cover became one of the best-selling singles of all time.
  • Hollywood: Starred in 9 to 5 (1980) with Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin, writing the iconic title song; also The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, Steel Magnolias, and more.
  • Dollywood: Opened the theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee (1986), now a top US destination.
  • Philanthropy: The Imagination Library has mailed over 200 million free books to children worldwide; she funded COVID-19 vaccine research at Vanderbilt.
  • Unmatched legacy: 11 Grammys, 25 number-one country singles, inductions into the Country Music and Rock & Roll Halls of Fame, and a Presidential Medal of Freedom (2022).
"I'm not gonna live that long, I know, but I'm gonna be part of a lot of lives." — Dolly Parton

🎬 Great Performances & Tributes

The world is paying tribute to a legend.

🎓 The Dolly Quiz

How well do you know the legend?

1. Where was Dolly Parton born?
2. Which 1973 song is among the most-covered ever?
3. What is her famous theme park in Tennessee?
4. Which singer made "I Will Always Love You" a global smash?

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Content credits: Biography facts from Wikipedia (Dolly Parton) as of August 2026. Video embeds are YouTube media. In loving memory of Dolly Parton (1946–2026).