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IN PHOTOS | Dolly Parton passes away: 5 things to know about her death, including last wish

Updated On: 26 August, 2026 03:29 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto

The American country singer passed way on August 25 at 80, leaving behind a legacy that will be remembered for decades. Before her death, she had made certain requests, and here are some of them

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American country singer Dolly Parton passed away on August 25 at 80. Photos Courtesy: PTI
American country singer Dolly Parton passed away on August 25 at 80. Photos Courtesy: PTI
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Stepping back from touringParton had stepped back from touring in recent months because of health complications. During a rare appearance at her Dollywood theme park in March, she addressed her health and reassured fans that she was not retiring
Stepping back from touringParton had stepped back from touring in recent months because of health complications. During a rare appearance at her Dollywood theme park in March, she addressed her health and reassured fans that she was not retiring
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Recent health update The singer also revealed that she needed time to recover after being "worn down and worn out grieving over" the death of her husband, Carl Dean, who died at 82 in March 2025
Recent health update The singer also revealed that she needed time to recover after being "worn down and worn out grieving over" the death of her husband, Carl Dean, who died at 82 in March 2025
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Death Parton died at the age of 80 after a brief battle with cancer, according to her representative
Death Parton died at the age of 80 after a brief battle with cancer, according to her representative
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Last wish Legendary musician and philanthropist Dolly Parton wanted her final resting place to be a "beautiful bed of plush cotton" after a lifetime spent in the spotlight, her nephew Brian Seaver revealed following the country music legend's death at 80, E! News reported.
Last wish Legendary musician and philanthropist Dolly Parton wanted her final resting place to be a "beautiful bed of plush cotton" after a lifetime spent in the spotlight, her nephew Brian Seaver revealed following the country music legend's death at 80, E! News reported.
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Funeral service At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s 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  In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com
Funeral service At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s 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  In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com

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