Country music legend and actor Dolly Parton died on August 25, 2026, at the age of 80 after a brief battle with cancer. Across a career spanning nearly six decades, Parton became one of country music’s most celebrated artists, selling more than 100 million records and earning 11 Grammy Awards. Known for classics such as Jolene and I Will Always Love You, she also made her mark in films and philanthropy, leaving behind a lasting legacy in music and entertainment.