Remembering Dolly Parton's life and legacy

Music icon Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, her family announced on Tuesday. Rolling Stone senior writer Marissa Moss joins CBS News to discuss Parton's legacy.

• Aug 25

From the archives: Dolly Parton, legend

Dolly Parton, the poor girl from the Great Smoky Mountains who became the shining queen of country music, died on Aug. 25, 2026 at age 80. In this "Sunday Morning" profile that originally aired Feb. 10, 2019, the singer, songwriter and philanthropist talked with CBS News' Tony Dokoupil about creating a musical legacy (including writing such classics as "Jolene," "I Will Always Love You," and "Coat of Many Colors"), and counting her blessings – all while presenting herself as "a country girl's idea of glam."

• Feb 10, 2019

Trump says he's lowering flags for Dolly Parton

President Trump on Tuesday said he is lowering the American flag throughout the U.S. following the death of legendary singer-songwriter Dolly Parton. CBS News' Anthony Mason, Jamie Wax and Nicole Valdes have more.

• Aug 25

Dolly Parton's nephew announces her death

Dolly Parton, legendary singer-songwriter, actress and philanthropist, has died at 80. Her nephew announced her death on Tuesday in a video on social media. CBS News' Anthony Mason and Jamie Wax have more.

• Aug 25

Parton said "town tramp" inspired iconic look

60 Minutes' Morley Safer spoke to Dolly Parton back in 2009 about her iconic look and how being underestimated helped her in business. Parton died at 80, her family announced Tuesday.

• Aug 25

Dolly Parton on "I Will Always Love You"

Dolly Parton, the legendary singer-songwriter, actress and philanthropist, has died at 80, her family says. She spoke to CBS News' Rebecca Jarvis in 2012 about her song "I Will Always Love You," which Whitney Houston turned into a global phenomenon with her rendition for the "The Bodyguard" soundtrack. "She just took it worldwide and made it the most special song in the whole world for a long period of time," Parton said.

• Aug 25

Early details after Dolly Parton dies at 80

Music legend Dolly Parton has died, her family says. She was 80 years old. Reed Cowan anchored CBS News' special coverage.

• Aug 25

Dolly Parton dies at 80 | Special Report

Dolly Parton, legendary singer-songwriter, actress and philanthropist has died at 80, her family says. Tony Dokoupil anchored CBS News' special report.

• Aug 25

Dolly Parton says "I'm not dying" after sister asks for prayers

Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.

• Oct 8, 2025

Dolly Parton postpones Las Vegas concerts due to "health challenges"

Dolly Parton is postponing her upcoming Las Vegas concerts over recent "health challenges," she announced Sunday.

• Sep 28, 2025

Jeannie Seely, country singer and Grand Ole Opry star, dies at 85

Jeannie Seely, the soulful country music singer known for hits like "Don't Touch Me," has died at 85.

• Aug 1, 2025

Dolly Parton on being underestimated

Dolly Parton is nominated for two Grammys this year. In 2009, Dolly Parton told Morley Safer as a little girl she wanted to look like the town tramp when she grew up.

• Jan 24, 2020

Dolly Parton on her favorite Southern dishes

With hits spanning seven decades, Dolly Parton is now taking on the food world launching a line of frozen meals featuring down-home favorites like shrimp and grits and chicken and dumplings.

• May 21, 2025

Dolly Parton brings Southern comfort to frozen food in new partnership

Dolly Parton talks with "CBS Mornings" about releasing her own line of frozen meals focused on southern foods, the support she's received since her husband's death and more.

• May 21, 2025

Dolly Parton says Carl Dean, her husband of 60 years, has died

Carl Dean, the husband of Dolly Parton, died Monday in Nashville, the singer said in a statement.

• Mar 4, 2025

Taylor Swift's "Eras Tour" coming to an end

It's the end of an era for Taylor Swift's record-breaking "Eras Tour" this weekend in Canada after 20 months and nearly 150 shows spanning five continents. Meanwhile, the upcoming Dolly Parton Broadway musical announced an open casting call. Lamar Dawson, SiriusXM radio host, breaks it all down.

• Dec 6, 2024

Dolly Parton's new children's book stars her French bulldog Billy

Dolly Parton appeared on "CBS Mornings" Wednesday from Nashville to unveil her latest children's book, "Billy the Kid Comes Home for Christmas."

• Dec 4, 2024

Dolly Parton on new children's book

Dolly Parton joins "CBS Mornings" to unveil her latest children's book, "Billy the Kid Comes Home for Christmas," which features her real-life French bulldog, Billy.

• Dec 4, 2024

Dolly Parton to donate $1 million to Hurricane Helene relief efforts

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.

• Oct 4, 2024

Dolly Parton's theme park, Dollywood, hit by "unprecedented flooding event"

On Sunday, thunderstorms caused significant flooding at Dollywood, Dolly Parton's theme park in Tennessee.

• Jul 29, 2024

Dolly Parton on why new Dollywood attraction makes her "so emotional"

The new attraction at Dollywood takes fans on a journey through Dolly Parton's life, career and fashion.

• Jul 9, 2024

Dolly Parton developing Broadway musical based on her life story

Parton said the show will have "many original songs" and all the fan favorites are included in the score.

• Jun 6, 2024

What inspired Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter"?

Beyoncé released her highly anticipated album "Cowboy Carter" on Friday, featuring 27 tracks and a genre-bending sound that pays tribute to country music's Black origins. Lamar Dawson, radio host and pop culture expert, joins CBS News to discuss the new album.

• Mar 29, 2024

"Cowboy Carter," Beyoncé's first country album, has arrived

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.

• Mar 29, 2024

Dolly Parton wished for Beyoncé to cover "Jolene" years ago

In a 2022 interview on The Daily Show, Dolly Parton said having Beyoncé record a version of "Jolene" would be "killer."

• Mar 29, 2024

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