Drove by Dolly Parton’s home outside of Nashville. Watching these families gather with two or three generations of @DollyParton fans expressing their grief is such an inspiration. We all should be a lot more like Dolly 💔💔💔
This is heart shattering. Please dear Lord, bless Dolly forever.
One of my dearest treasures is a letter she wrote to me praising the recording Barton Lee and I did of the brilliant and most heartfelt of her compositions, Down from Dover. I consider it the most important of my recordings. Those are real tears you hear on that record.
Dolly will be missed forever and her music will be played in the hearts of all of us who loved her.
Soar with the angels, sweet Dolly.
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
The feeling of losing my Aunt Dolly is beyond what feels right to share. Our most sacred moments were private and they’ll stay there behind the stage, beneath the glamour & between our hearts.
What I KNOW is Dolly would want me to feel it, write a song about it, and then continue on and be strong. I have an angel by my side. I always have. One of our last conversations was about music and metamorphosis. 🦋
I will always love her and want to make her proud. My heart breaks for the world, her family and friends who will miss her deeply. We’re in this loss together and we will see her in all of the most beautiful things. 💖 @dollyparton
Sabía que Dolly Parton apoyaba causas sociales pero hoy viendo todo lo que hizo en vida, todo lo que ayudó y aportó a la humanidad, verdaderamente era un ángel sobre la tierra.
Rest in Peace Dolly, one of the most brilliant, iconic, and prolific artists of all time. Your kindness and generosity will never be forgotten. I will always love you ❤️
Mariah Carey showing love to Dolly Parton (R.I.P.) in a resurfaced post from 2022:
“Dolly, let's settle this one... You are the Queen of Everything! The Queen of the World, The Queen of Christmas, The Queen of Mine!! Love you!!!! ❤️❤️❤️”
“From the bottom of my heart, i’ve been always proud of you and i’m proud to be your fairy godmother.. you really helped my career, you introduced me to a whole new set of fans, young ones. (At Hannah Montana)” - Dolly Parton to Miley Cyrus
RIP Dolly Parton. You were Miley’s fairy godmother and such a beacon of light not just to her but to all of us. It’s a day of sadness for everyone 💔
Rest in peace, Dolly. 🕊️💛
Heartbroken to hear about Queen @DollyParton’s passing 😭💔 She was a true icon and such an inspiration to me. Her talent, heart and kindness touched so many lives, and she truly left this world better than she found it 🥹✨ Sending all my love to her family, friends and everyone who loved her. Rest in peace, Dolly 🤍🕊️
Dolly was pure light sent from heaven. My mentor is gone. My songwriting teacher and hero of grace and humility. There is a hole in my heart but the joy of just the thought of her smile will continue to fill me with inspiration for as long as I live. I will cherish this moment performing Coat Of Many Colors with Dolly forever. Goodbye Dolly. Rest in peace, beautiful angel.
No se trata de haber convivido con ella, sino de lo que su arte me hizo sentir y cómo me ayudó a salir adelante en mis propias batallas. El cariño hacia alguien que te inspira también 😟 para Dolly Parton , brilla hoy y siempre en los corazones de la gente que nos inspiraste