Global superstar and humanitarian Dolly Parton has passed away at the age of 80. Her family formally announced her passing on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, through a video shared on her official social media channels. The news ends a legendary career that defined American country music, business enterprise, and global philanthropy.
The Dolly Parton dies age 80 country music legend obituary news was confirmed by her nephew and head of security, Bryan Seaver, who spoke on behalf of the Parton and Owens family. While the official statement did not disclose a specific cause of death, the family expressed immense pride in her extraordinary legacy of faith, music, and generosity.
“It is an honor that is mixed with absolute pride and great sadness… Dolly has lived in the light and is in the arms of Jesus.” — Bryan Seaver, Nephew & Family Representative
With classic hits such as “Jolene,” “9 to 5,” and “I Will Always Love You,” Parton sold millions of records worldwide while funding global literacy initiatives and medical research through her Dollywood Foundation. Tributes are pouring in across the globe as millions mourn the loss of an irreplaceable American icon.
