Dolly Parton Leaves Enduring Legacy | Portland News

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

Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at age 80, passing peacefully in Nashville. Her nephew shared a heartfelt video tribute, as fans and celebrities—including Miley Cyrus and former President Trump—pour out grief and praise for her enduring legacy. Despite recent health struggles that forced her to cancel public appearances, Parton remained defiantly alive in spirit, even joking she wasn’t dead yet after her husband’s passing. Rising from humble East Tennessee roots, she built an empire of music, business, and philanthropy, including the beloved Imagination Library, leaving an indelible…