How Dolly Parton told her life story through six iconic songs

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A legendary singer-songwriter, her music covered themes around love, loss, female empowerment and spirituality.

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Dolly Parton: The life of an iconic country singer

Iconic country musician Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, the singer's team announced on social media.

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Dolly Parton: Life of the music legend whose songs touched millions

The singer, songwriter and actress is known for timeless hits including Jolene and I Will Always Love You.

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Dolly Parton’s iconic Cowboys halftime show: Why it remains unforgettable

Dolly Parton's influence transcends country music, showcased during her electrifying NFL halftime show, where she donned a cheerleader outfit and captivated over 90,000 fans at AT&T Stadium.

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Obama, Bush, Clinton, and Trump Have All Paid Tribute to Dolly Parton

If there’s one thing we can all come together on, it’s that Dolly is a national treasure…

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Taylor Swift Celebrates Dolly Parton’s ‘Dazzling’ Legacy

"She possessed the softest heart when it came to the struggles of others, and a backbone of steel to defend her own self worth as an artist," Swift wrote in her tribute…

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Taylor Swift Praises The Late Great Dolly Parton’s Life & Legacy: “She Was Truly The Gift That Kept On Giving”

“A world without Dolly doesn’t feel possible, real, or right,” Taylor Swift said tonight of her friend Dolly Parton. The beloved country music legend died Tuesday at the age of 80, following a “brief battle with cancer,” according to her reps.

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