Dolly Parton’s Legacy Lives On | Calgary News

Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at 80, leaving behind a legacy that defied limits — from global hits like “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You” to building Dollywood and launching the Imagination Library. Her nephew revealed she prepared for this moment with grace, living “in the light” until her peaceful passing. Rising from rural Tennessee poverty to Opry stardom, she turned hardship into hope, always smiling through health struggles and inspiring millions with her generosity and unstoppable spirit. The world mourns a force of nature who made us all better. 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/da418e71dce3191f