Kesha honored Dolly Parton with a cover of Parton’s 1980 hit “Old Flames (Can’t Hold a Candle to You.)”
"In honor of her incredible legacy and her beautiful life, I’d like to sing the song that my mom wrote for her.”
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Let’s never forget what Dolly did. She donated $1 m for Covid research, paid for all of her Dollywood employees to go to college, decreased high school drop out rates in her home county, donated books to every kid under 5 there & so much more. Let’s all be more like Dolly💗
I cannot believe she’s gone! A friend of mine just said Dolly is the one person the whole world will morn, and she’s right!! I was lucky enough to have one of the greatest songwriters who ever lived record one of my songs. One of the highest honors of my life as a songwriter. Dolly was real. There will never be another one like her. Rest in peace ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Sabrina Carpenter pays tribute to Dolly Parton:
“oh dolly 💔 the only thing i could say
after we first met was ‘she really is an angel walking the earth’ and ‘we look like we could be sisters!’ i will cherish our laughter and conversations and i will keep your wisdom, your playful outlook on life, and perfect sense of humor in my pocket for the rainy days. there will never be another you and how lucky are we all to have experienced your singular magic as well as your once in a lifetime voice, songs, and heart. your light will be something the world will search forever to find again 🦋🦋🦋 i will always love you”
Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.
Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).
A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.
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 https://t.co/cLu9I7M2wC
In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at https://t.co/arzrqInqJA