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Dolly Parton death: Fans tearfully pay tribute with candles and handwritten notes

Updated On: 26 August, 2026 05:22 PM IST | Aakruti Bagla

Dolly Parton’s death has left fans across the world heartbroken, with tributes pouring in for the country music legend. From writing heartfelt letters and lighting candles to sharing emotional messages online, fans are finding different ways to honour the 80-year-old icon and celebrate her unforgettable legacy.

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Dolly Parton (Pics/AFP)
Dolly Parton (Pics/AFP)
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Country music legend Dolly Parton has passed away at the age of 80 following a brief battle with cancer. With a career spanning six decades, Parton became best-selling female country music artist of all time.
Country music legend Dolly Parton has passed away at the age of 80 following a brief battle with cancer. With a career spanning six decades, Parton became best-selling female country music artist of all time.
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A heartfelt tribute to late singer-songwriter Dolly Parton lights up a roadside sign in Nashville, Tennessee. The message honours the country music icon and her enduring legacy.
A heartfelt tribute to late singer-songwriter Dolly Parton lights up a roadside sign in Nashville, Tennessee. The message honours the country music icon and her enduring legacy.
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Fans gather around a photo of late country music icon Dolly Parton at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville, Tennessee. Her journey from poverty to global stardom continues to inspire generations.
Fans gather around a photo of late country music icon Dolly Parton at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville, Tennessee. Her journey from poverty to global stardom continues to inspire generations.
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Fans gathered to pay their respects at Dolly Parton’s star on the Music City Walk of Fame in Nashville. Amid the sombre crowd, a child was seen looking emotional as his mother gently hugged him from behind.
Fans gathered to pay their respects at Dolly Parton’s star on the Music City Walk of Fame in Nashville. Amid the sombre crowd, a child was seen looking emotional as his mother gently hugged him from behind.
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A man lights a candle in tribute to late country music icon Dolly Parton at the Music City Walk of Fame.
A man lights a candle in tribute to late country music icon Dolly Parton at the Music City Walk of Fame.
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Flowers and heartfelt notes are placed near Dolly Parton’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star in Los Angeles.
Flowers and heartfelt notes are placed near Dolly Parton’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star in Los Angeles.
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A young fan pauses to view flowers and heartfelt notes left at Dolly Parton’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star in Los Angeles.
A young fan pauses to view flowers and heartfelt notes left at Dolly Parton’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star in Los Angeles.
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People gather to mourn beside the bronze statue of late singer-songwriter Dolly Parton in downtown Sevierville, Tennessee.
People gather to mourn beside the bronze statue of late singer-songwriter Dolly Parton in downtown Sevierville, Tennessee.
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A woman reacts emotionally in front of flowers and a wreath placed at Dolly Parton’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star in Los Angeles.
A woman reacts emotionally in front of flowers and a wreath placed at Dolly Parton’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star in Los Angeles.
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Fans continue to pour out their love for beloved country music icon Dolly Parton, honouring her legacy.
Fans continue to pour out their love for beloved country music icon Dolly Parton, honouring her legacy.
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The touching tribute reflects the love and admiration fans continue to hold for the late music icon.
The touching tribute reflects the love and admiration fans continue to hold for the late music icon.
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Dolly was one of the most celebrated figures in American music and entertainment. She was born in 1946 in Tennessee. She rose to fame as a country singer and songwriter, earning recognition for her distinctive voice, emotional performances and storytelling.May her soul rest in peace!
Dolly was one of the most celebrated figures in American music and entertainment. She was born in 1946 in Tennessee. She rose to fame as a country singer and songwriter, earning recognition for her distinctive voice, emotional performances and storytelling.May her soul rest in peace!

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