Dolly Parton, the "Smoky Mountain girl" who became the "Queen of Country Music," Dollywood's Dreamer-in-Chief and the beloved "Book Lady," died Aug. 25 at age 80 after a brief battle with cancer.
East Tennessee and the rest of the world were left to mourn her loss.
We've compiled all of Knox News' coverage of Dolly Parton's death, and her sparkling life and career.
Dolly's death
Dolly Parton, the queen of country music, has died
| StoryDolly Parton was fighting cancer when she died in Nashville hospital | Story
Dolly Parton will be buried alongside her husband, Carl Dean | Story
The world mourns after the death of the incredible Dolly Parton: Live updates | Story
Preorder our new book "Dolly: A Life of Many Colors"
Her life
Dolly Parton was born in Locust Ridge, where her 'Tennessee
Mountain Home' still stands | Story
Love at the Wishy Washy: Dolly Parton’s lasting marriage to Carl Dean | Story
Dolly Parton, a look at her life and career | Photos
Who are Dolly Parton’s siblings? Meet all 12 kids, in order | Story
Dolly Parton's family tree? A look at some of her relatives | Photos
How Dolly Parton was an ally to everyone by leading with love | Story
Dolly Parton lived a life of faith and finding the goodness in others | Story
The ageless Dolly Parton through the years | Photos
Get a copy of our special Dolly keepsake edition
Dollywood
Why was Dollywood closed on the day Dolly Parton died? | Story
Dolly Parton wanted Dollywood open after her death: 'The show must go on' | Story
Fans gather as Dollywood celebrates Dolly Parton's life and legacy | Story
Dollywood reopens after Dolly Parton dies. See how fans pay tribute | Photos
How Dollywood keeps Dolly Parton’s legacy alive, from butterflies to buses | Story
Dolly Parton made magic happen at Dollywood. Look back at her park appearances | Photos
Dolly threw her heart and soul into Dollywood: 'I'm real proud of Tennessee' | Story
Dolly Parton rides in the DeWitt Tour at Dollywood parades | Photos
Her career
Tennessee shaped Dolly Parton’s music, from the Smoky Mountains to the Grand Ole Opry | Story
From '9 to 5' to 'Steel Magnolias': Dolly Parton turned Hollywood into Dollywood | Story
Business partners honor the very professional 'Miss Dolly': 'The best that ever was' | Column
See rare photos of Dolly Parton that fans might have missed | Photos
Her legacy of giving to Tennessee and the world
Dolly Parton gave the world the gift of reading and a COVID-19 vaccine | Story
Dolly Parton led with her heart, launched charity work in Sevier County | Story
Dolly Parton was ‘The Book Lady,’ reaching millions with Imagination Library | Story
Her East Tennessee ties
Dolly Parton was always 'proud to be a Smoky Mountain girl,' and we loved her for it | Story
Honor Dolly Parton by visiting the Sevier County spots that shaped her | Story
Tennessee football fans campaign for Dolly Parton helmet decals for 2026 season | Story
How University of Tennessee teaches about Dolly Parton's music, life | Story
Dolly Parton on University of Tennessee campus through the years | Photos
Dolly Parton urged Tennessee grads to 'dream more.' Hear her message | Video
Dolly Parton's biggest fans? Possibly Knox News journalists who covered her | Story
Dolly was a star among stars
Lily Tomlin, Reba McEntire lead tributes after Dolly Parton's death | Story
Dolly Parton remembered by sports world after country music legend dies at 80 | Story
Dolly Parton and the stars she met along the way | Photos
We will always love Dolly: Remembering and honoring her
Raise a glass to Dolly with these Knoxville restaurant and bar specials | Story
Dolly Parton keepsake edition from Knox News honors her remarkable life | Story
Everyone has a favorite Dolly Parton memory. Share yours with Knox News | Story
Private funeral planned for Dolly Parton - but here's how you can pay tribute | Story
Tennessee may designate Sept. 25 as '9 to 5 Day' to honor Dolly Parton | Story
We will always love you, Dolly. Fans mourn the music icon's death | Photos
Google honors Dolly Parton with butterfly tribute. Here's how to see it | Story
This article originally appeared on Knoxville News Sentinel: Remembering Dolly Parton in her best photos and stories of her accomplishments
Our editors independently choose our recommendations. Some content is produced with paid support from a third party, however our editorial decisions remain independent. If you buy through our links, the USA TODAY Network may earn a commission. Prices and availability may change.
