Dolly Parton Misses Dollywood Grand Opening | New Orleans News

Dolly Parton missed the grand opening of Dollywood’s $50 million NightFlight Expedition ride—her first major absence from a park event in years—due to health issues, specifically dehydration. Though she sent a heartfelt video message apologizing and explaining her doctor’s grounding, she remains upbeat, assuring fans she’ll see them soon. The immersive, five-and-a-half-minute ride blends rollercoaster thrills with whitewater rapids and multimedia effects, marking Dollywood’s most ambitious attraction yet. This isn’t the first time Dolly’s health has sidelined her: she postponed her Las Vegas residency last fall and skipped a Dollywood announcement after a kidney stone infection. Despite not touring since 2016, she continues performing and pushing forward, leaving fans eager for her next appearance. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/79be16c5903a0c07