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[The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill @UNC]

Today, Carolina joins so many around the world in remembering @DollyParton and the incredible legacy she leaves behind. 🦋✨

A piece of Dolly’s story lives on here in Chapel Hill.🧵⬇️

[Elizabeth Krispin @eakrispin11]

Very well said. ❤️❤️
She loved the world back.

[Empire State Building Observation Deck @EmpireStateBldg]

Sparkling for you, Dolly - at 9:25 💖

[Miley Official @MileyCyrusBz]

It was revealed that Dolly Parton was secretly battling cancer but she didn't say anything and instead released this song as one of her last to raise funds for children with cancer. Even while she was sick she was still thinking about others. I’m absolutely devastated.

[Dolly Parton @DollyParton]

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 Royal Family @RoyalFamily]

Remembering the late, great Dolly, who brought joy, comfort and inspiration to so many - including the millions of children given free books through her Imagination Library. We will always ❤️ you.

[MAGA Elvis 🇺🇸 @BenStanton77]

Dolly Parton – Coat of Many Colors
A tender reminder that the richest coats are stitched not with fabric, but with a mother’s love.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Dolly passed away at 80 today rest in Gods love thank you for all you did for country music. 🙏🏻

[Fox News @FoxNews]

Dolly Parton, the country music icon whose larger-than-life personality and legendary songs made her one of America’s most beloved entertainers, has passed away. She was 80.

Parton died peacefully Tuesday in Nashville, according to her family. A cause of death was not immediately released.

From humble beginnings in Tennessee to hits like “Jolene” and “9 to 5,” Parton built a seven-decade career spanning music, movies, television and philanthropy, becoming a country legend and global superstar along the way.

"Dolly has lived in the light, and is in the arms of Jesus, surely met by Carl, her parents, and countless others who have watched her and longed for her to meet them in the heavens,” her nephew Bryan Seaver said the family's video announcement of her passing.

[Fox News @FoxNews]

BREAKING: President Trump orders flags to be lowered throughout the U.S. for one week to honor music legend Dolly Parton after her passing.

"This is a true loss for millions of people. There has never been anyone like her, and never will... Rest in Peace, Dolly! The World loves you."

[Dolly Parton @DollyParton]

A message from the family of Dolly Parton.

[US Department of the Interior @Interior]

Dolly Parton carried the music, stories and spirit of her Tennessee mountain home wherever she went. She was a lifelong champion of the Great Smoky Mountains and proudly shared her love for them with the world.

While we may no longer see her working 9 to 5, we will always love her.

Here’s to Dolly, who made our world a little more beautiful.

[Carolina Basketball @UNC_Basketball]

The squad is set 🔒

[Gunther Eagleman™ @GuntherEagleman]

🚨 REAL AMERICAN HERO 🇺🇸

16-year-old lifeguard Ryder Williams saw a 10-year-old boy getting smashed by massive waves in California… and jumped straight into the chaos.

He held on through crashing surf that kept burying them both. Refused to let go. Saved Nathaniel Rai’s life.

Today that young man stood in the Oval Office as President Trump looked him in the eye and called him a hero.

This is the America we still believe in.

[Fox News @FoxNews]

BREAKING: Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in “Heroes,” “Nashville” and the “Scream” franchise, has died at 36, her representative confirmed to Fox News Digital.

[The Tar Heel Story @tarheelstory]

First look in Greensboro 👀

[Carolina Basketball @UNC_Basketball]

See you in Charlotte 📍⤵️

🔗 https://t.co/ybKYYmj1sS

[Collin Rugg @CollinRugg]

16-year-old lifeguard Ryder Williams recounts his heroic rescue in Santa Cruz California, praises his fellow lifeguard for helping with the rescue.

“I wish more people knew about ocean conditions and rip currents.”

“I'd like people to remember that we make thousands of rescues along the California coast and around the world every day, and that this is not an uncommon occurrence. This is our job, this is what we're here to do, and this is the reason we are here.”

Hero.

[FoxyFarmer🦊🇺🇸 @GardensR4Health]

🚨Huge Update on Our Hero Lifeguard Ryder Williams 16yrs

Ryder says he refused to let go of the child because he knew the boy would almost certainly die if he did

Ryder’s father Shane “I almost started crying because how determined he was to save that boy’s life makes me so proud.”

Shockingly, Ryder made ANOTHER rescue that day under circumstances MORE difficult than the ones seen on the viral clip, pulling 2 more people to safety

Ryder has proven to be extremely humble, stating he doesn’t understand all the attention because he was just doing what anyone else would.

Several bystanders went against policy to help Ryder save the drowning boy, but the surf rebuffed them, and they retreated.

Ryder’s parents attribute his incredible water skills to years of playing intense water polo, where he played the position of hole set, which means constantly fighting off opponents. His parents joked about being uncomfortable “with everyone trying to drown our boy”.

Ryder and his family have been involved to the White House by President Trump, where Ryder will receive a civilian award 🥇

[Breaking911 @Breaking911]

One of the most incredible lifeguard rescues you will ever see.