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Nashville Tennessean
'One of us.' Lawmakers' tributes to Dolly Parton
In 2021, lawmakers proposed placing a statue of Parton on State Capitol grounds, facing the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. Parton graciously declined the honor.
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The Knoxville News-Sentinel
Tennessee shaped Dolly Parton’s music, from the Smoky Mountains to the Opry
Long before she became the Queen of Country Music, Dolly Parton centered her world around her "Tennessee Mountain Home."
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Rolling Stone
Dolly Parton’s Last Public Appearance Was at Her Own Truck Stop
In true Dolly fashion, the country music legend made her final appearance with fans not at a black-tie gala but at a rest stop off I-65 in Tennessee
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USA Today
Dolly Parton's health battles, illnesses and canceled shows before her death
Dolly Parton had openly discussed a series of health setbacks in the months before her death at 80, that forced her to cancel several commitments.
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Nashville Tennessean
Dolly Parton dies at 80, and stars across the world react
Remembrances have poured in from across world after Dolly Parton’s nephew announced she has died at age 80.
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USA Today
Inside Dolly Parton's family: Her 11 siblings, late husband and closest loved ones
Parton is survived by six siblings and over a dozen nieces and nephews. Here's what to know about the "9 to 5" singer's family tree.
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AP News
Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations has died at 80
Dolly Parton, the beloved music and film star known for her vibrant personality and poignant songwriting, has died
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The Knoxville News-Sentinel
Dolly Parton was always 'proud to be a Smoky Mountain girl.' We loved her for it
East Tennessee’s own Dolly Parton dreamed big, gave generously and carried the Smoky Mountains in her heart wherever she went.
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Asheville Citizen-Times
Dolly Parton dies at 80. Take a look at her North Carolina ties
Dolly Parton was 80-years-old at the time of her death. The country music legend's ties to North Carolina.
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AP News
Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations, dies at 80
Dolly Parton, the beloved music and film star known for her vibrant personality and poignant songwriting, has died
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Reuters
Notable people react to the death of country singer Dolly Parton
By Danielle Broadway LOS ANGELES, Aug 25 (Reuters) - Dolly Parton, the irrepressible country music singer whose charisma, heartfelt lyrics and support of causes she believed in captured the public's imagination for nearly six decades, died on Tuesday aged 80.
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