Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, leaving fans around the world mourning the loss of one of music’s most beloved stars. According to the article, she was admitted to a Nashville hospital on Friday and died on Tuesday after a brief battle with cancer. Parton leaves behind an extraordinary musical legacy, with around 1,500 songs, including timeless hits such as “I Will Always Love You,” “Jolene” and “9 to 5.”

Just two weeks before her death, a video of Parton was published on Instagram. In the clip, released on August 12, she appeared in a gold dress while promoting her upcoming My Life of Many Colors Museum in Nashville. The exact date the video was recorded is unknown, but it is believed to have been her final public appearance. “From rags to rhinestones… I’ve been blessed with a life full of stories. And now I finally get to share them with you,” she said.

After that video, Parton shared an older performance with Kenny Rogers of “Islands in the Stream.” She wrote, “43 years of ‘Islands in the Stream’,” alongside a heart emoji. Both posts received thousands of likes, while fans filled the comments with messages of love and sadness.

Some fans believe Parton may have known that her health was declining. One commenter wrote, “Omg she knew it was that time she lived a wonderful life.” Another said, “She knew her health, she knew, I feel it in my bones she knew.” Others viewed the museum as a final gift from the singer to her devoted supporters.

Her family announced her death, saying, “After bravely facing a brief battle with cancer, Dolly departed her Earthly life today at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center surrounded by loved ones.” Parton had been a widow since her husband, Carl Dean, died in March 2025. Although they had no children together, she leaves behind many nieces and nephews, along with millions of fans who will remember her music, generosity and unforgettable presence.