A representative for Dolly Parton announced on August 25, 2026, that the country singer passed away after a brief battle with cancer. The specific type of cancer was not disclosed. Marcel Pariseau, Parton's representative, stated, "After bravely facing a brief battle with cancer, Dolly departed her Earthly life today at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center surrounded by loved ones."
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Dolly Parton has died after cancer battle
Dolly Parton has died following a brief battle with cancer, as confirmed by her representative. The announcement did not specify the type of cancer she had.
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Dolly Parton died following ‘brief battle with cancer’
Dolly Parton has died after cancer battle