Stella Parton says her sister Dolly was prepared and at peace when she died
Stella Parton gives insight into her sister Dolly Parton's marriage, makeup habits and views on death in an exclusive CBS News interview.
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Stella Parton gives insight into her sister Dolly Parton's marriage, makeup habits and views on death in an exclusive CBS News interview.
Dolly Parton died in Nashville on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 — a shock to fans around the world who weren't aware of her illness.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Celebrations are scheduled to continue throughout the night at various bars and restaurants in Wilton Manors, while City Hall will be illuminated in pink and purple, the singer's favorite colors.
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
From the Hard Rock to the Miami-Dade Fair, Parton left a lasting mark on the region, locals say.
Dolly Parton, 79, reassured fans she’s doing fine and “ain’t done working” after speculation about her health followed the postponement of her Las Vegas residency to 2026.
Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.
Carl Dean, the husband of Dolly Parton, died Monday in Nashville, the singer said in a statement.
Dolly Parton said the $1 million will go to the Mountain Ways Foundation, an organization dedicated to providing immediate assistance to Hurricane Helene flood victims.
Parton said the show will have "many original songs" and all the fan favorites are included in the score.
Beyoncé's new album, featuring collaborations with some of country music's biggest names, including Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson, has already reached No. 2 on Apple Music.
In a 2022 interview on The Daily Show, Dolly Parton said having Beyoncé record a version of "Jolene" would be "killer."
Dolly Parton said she's a "big fan" of Beyoncé and "very excited that she's done a country album."
Parton, one of the most revered multi-hyphenates of all time, will be joined on the pink carpet by co-host Jane Lynch, with runway correspondents Kelly Osbourne and Rachel Smith.
"I'll see y'all this Thanksgiving!" Parton said.
Famed rock singer and guitarist Peter Frampton and Fleetwood Mac's Mick Fleetwood are also featured on the star-studded track.
Most know Dolly Parton as a talented performer, writer, and musician. But there's another accomplishment she's adding to her list.
