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 ongoing conflict in Myanmar remains one of the world's most severe humanitarian crises.
We are stepping up EU support with an additional €10.5 million in humanitarian aid, providing life-saving assistance to people in need.
https://t.co/0evaZ3QmKL
Across #Myanmar, too many children are living with fear and uncertainty.
To help them find safety and begin to recover, UNICEF and @eu_echo are stepping up life-saving protection services for crisis-affected communities.
Read the full press release: https://t.co/WDWVkvLy4X
For children in displacement, danger does not end when they flee.
That’s why @UNICEF-supported sessions include life‑saving explosive ordnance risk education, alongside mental health and psychosocial support.
Thank you @MHF_Myanmar for helping us reach more children. 💙
“I wish we can go home soon.”
Years after fleeing violence, children in southeast Myanmar are still growing up in displacement — yet still dreaming of safety, school and a future.
With support from @MHF_Myanmar, UNICEF is helping protect childhood. 🫂
https://t.co/ODY3R5WOwS
Climate change is not a future threat. It is already affecting the majority of children across Myanmar.
🔹 86% of children face high levels of climate hazards
🔹 7.6 million endure extreme exposure
This is a crisis we cannot ignore. 💔
#ForEveryChild, a safe future.
🩸Menstrual health is a basic right, yet for many across #Myanmar, these rights are increasingly out of reach.
This must remain a humanitarian & public health priority, even in times of crisis, said @UNFPA & @UNICEF.
Full statement: https://t.co/bzXHUDGUcJ
#MenstrualHygieneDay
Menstrual products are not a luxury. They are essential to health, dignity, and education.
UNICEF and UNFPA call for safe, sustained, and equitable access to menstrual hygiene supplies for all girls & women across Myanmar.
Read our full statement here: https://t.co/n1d1EssjOj
When sanitary pads cost a day's wage, girls stay home.
UNICEF, supported by @eu_echo, is changing this in #Myanmar, by providing reusable pads & hygiene education. 💙
Now, 15-year-old Myat can attend school without fear or shame. Read her story: https://t.co/XnultctJdt
Thirty years ago, RUTF changed the way severe malnutrition is treated. Today, Kaung Kaung’s recovery in Myanmar is a powerful reminder of why this simple, life-saving treatment still matters for children everywhere.
@unicef#ForEveryChild💙
https://t.co/Bn9igtaXMq
“We don’t just want aid. We want a way forward” - this was the message @UN Resident Coordinator & Humanitarian Coordinator a.i. Gwyn Lewis heard during her visit to Shan State, from communities trying to rebuild lives after years of loss & uncertainty.
🔗https://t.co/XumsakOsU9
Earthquakes are inevitable. The devastation they cause is not.
On this International Day in Memory of the Victims of Earthquakes, we remember the lives lost in Myanmar and around the world. Let's honour their memory by building safer, more prepared communities #ForEveryChild.💙
#Myanmar: Relieved by long overdue release of President Win Myint & other prisoners from arbitrary detention, as well as commutation of death sentences. All those detained unjustly since the coup – including State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi – need to be released immediately and unconditionally. There must be an end to the unrelenting violence against all of Myanmar’s people - @volker_turk
At a time of deepening needs in #Myanmar, @UNICEF welcomes a generous contribution from @cidcaofficial to support vulnerable children and families.
This funding will help deliver essential WASH and child protection services to those facing displacement and hardship, including children with disabilities.
https://t.co/VFnD6x1TnT
“Korea hasn't forgotten the hands that once lifted us.”
During his visit to Kachin State, Mr. BAE Byeongsoo, Head of Mission of the Republic of Korea to Myanmar, met with displaced children and families.
With support from @MOFAkr_eng, UNICEF is delivering clean water, running mobile clinics, and providing life-saving landmine risk education #ForEveryChild.
@ROK_Mission@unicef4koreagov
https://t.co/eMv0uyZTCo
A year ago, Aye Mya, 12, and Aung Phyom, 14, had just begun to settle into life in a new city after fleeing gunfire and bombs in their hometowns, when the ground shook beneath them.
The earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28, 2025, brought back terror and fear they thought they had left behind at home.
This is how they are coping now, with the help of UNICEF-supported child-friendly spaces: https://t.co/KHvNWNZFAm
One year ago today, a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar — the deadliest in the country's recent history.
More than 3,800 lives were lost. Homes, schools and hospitals crumbled.
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