Dolly Parton’s Legacy Lives On | Birmingham News

Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 25, 2026 · 1m

Country music mourns a true icon as Dolly Parton passed away peacefully in Nashville at age 80, with her nephew confirming the news via social media. In lieu of flowers, her family asks fans to support her beloved Imagination Library, which has gifted millions of free books to children. Tributes poured in from stars like Lily Tomlin, Kacey Musgraves, and Reba McEntire, while even former President Trump ordered flags flown at half-staff. Her family says her legacy of love, compassion, and timeless music will endure for generations — and though the world feels dimmer without her, her spirit and…