Dolly Parton’s Final Days and Legacy | Oakland News

Oakland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 1m

Country music legend Dolly Parton has died at age 80, with her nephew confirming the news in a video message. Though the cause remains undisclosed, she’d recently spoken openly about health struggles — dizziness, dehydration, and immune and digestive issues — that led to canceling her Las Vegas residency and skipping a Dollywood ride opening. Her last public appearance was in June. Despite setbacks, Parton remained determined to keep working, saying she had many dreams left to fulfill and would keep going as long as she could. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…