Sumakabilang-buhay na ang Queen of Country Music na si Dolly Parton sa Nashville, Tennessee, USA, nitong Martes, Agosto 25, 2026.
Siya ay 80.
Ang pamangkin at head security ni Dolly na si Bryan Seaver ang unang nagbalita tungkol sa pagpanaw ng award-winning musician sa pamamagitan ng isang video announcement.
Pahayag ni Seaver: “I am representing the Parton and Owen’s family today announcing the passing of my Aunt Dolly Rebecca Parton Dean.
"Sister, Sis, Aunt Granny to one generation and Gigi to the next.
“This video announcement is something that Dolly asked years ago before I fully absorbed it as a future reality.
“As her head security for more than two decades, a role my father Larry held before me, I have imagined the heaviness of this moment but haven’t truly felt it until now.
“It is an honor, an honor that is mixed with absolute pride and great sadness. But sadness lies with us, not with Dolly.
“Dolly has lived in the light and is in the arms of Jesus surely met by Carl, her parents and countless others who have watched her and longed for her to meet them in the heavens."
Ikinuwento rin ni Seaver ang matagal niyang ugnayan kay Dolly at kung paano siya naging bahagi ng buhay ng kanilang pamilya.
“I first went on the road with Dolly as a kid, getting a taste of the road life in the early 1980s. Dolly opened doors not just for me, but for her entire family to reach the potential we didn’t even know was possible.
“Dolly also opened doors for generations of singers, songwriters, musicians, and dreamers from every walk of life and across every continent.
“By her example, we believed that anything is possible. She never saw a door she couldn’t open and the doors she opened made and changed history."
Binigyang-diin din ni Seaver kung gaano kalaki ang naging bahagi ni Dolly sa buhay ng kanyang mga tagahanga.
“My family and I have shared a lifetime of beautiful memories with Dolly but so have you.
"She has always been on your television, your record player, your CD, and on your phone playlist, becoming an extended part of your family, whether you like it or not.
“Our family and the team she has entrusted with her legacy will work diligently to ensure her spirit will live with us forever."
Inalala rin ni Seaver ang pagiging simple ni Dolly at ang huling kahilingan nito tungkol sa kanyang pagpanaw.
“Dolly was a farmer just like her Daddy. He farmed the soil, she farmed songs and happiness.
"Dolly called me and said she wants to rest in a beautiful bed of plush cotton because after a life of wearing heavy rhinestones, she finally deserves to be comfortable and have some rest.
“Rest in peace Aunt Dolly, Aunt Granny, Gigi.
"May God bless Dolly Parton and may God bless you all. She will always love you."
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STATEMENT OF DOLLY PARTON'S FAMILY
Bukod sa video announcement ni Seaver, naglabas din ang naulilang pamilya ni Dolly ng iba pang detalye tungkol sa kanyang pagpanaw.
Ayon sa pamilya: “Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old."
Binanggit din sa pahayag ang mga mahal sa buhay ni Dolly na nauna nang pumanaw.
“Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000)."
Inilarawan naman ng pamilya ang naiwang legacy i Dolly sa industriya at sa kanyang mga tagahanga.
“A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family.
“Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience.
"With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place.
"Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact."
Sa kahilingan mismo ni Dolly, isang maliit at pribadong seremonya ang isasagawa para sa immediate family.
“At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging @DollyParton or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com.
“In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com."
Hindi sinabi ng pamilya ni Dolly ang dahilan ng kanyang pagpanaw.
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DOLLY PARTON'S HEALTH UPDATE FOUR DAYS BEFORE HER DEATH
Apat na araw bago pumanaw si Dolly ay nagbigay pa siya ng update tungkol sa lagay ng kanyang kalusugan noong Agosto 21.
Inamin ng legendary singer na naapektuhan ang kalusugan niya matapos pumanaw ng kanyang asawa na si Carl Dean noong March 2025.
Pahayag niya sa PEOPLE: “As I’ve shared in video messages throughout the past year, I am dealing with some health issues that I just didn’t pay attention to when I was watching over Carl.
"You know, this isn’t the first time I’ve had to manage something like this. Back in the early ’80s, I was down for several months with female issues, and I was struggling with my weight at the time too, so it’s not like I haven’t been through hard times with my health."
Dagdag pa ni Dolly: “But I think because we live in a 24/7 world with social media, everything gets magnified in ways it wasn’t years ago.
"I used to joke that I was the Queen of the Tabloids, but now I guess I can say I’m the Queen of Social Media AI!
"Seriously, though, even though I’m still healin’, I’m still workin’! You know me — as I’ve often said — I’ve dreamed myself into a corner and I still have so many things I want to achieve, so I’m gonna keep on working as long as I can to see everything come to life."
Walang naging anak sina Dolly at Carl.
DONALD TRUMP MOURNS THE PASSING OF DOLLY PARTON
Kabilang sa nagpaabot ng pakikiramay sa mga naulila ni Dolly si U.S. President Donald Trump.
Mensahe nito: “Very sad to report that Dolly Parton, one of the greatest Country singers, and far beyond, EVER, has just passed away. This is a true loss for millions of people.
“There has never been anyone like her, and never will. In her honor, I am lowering the American flag throughout the United States for a one week period beginning tonight at 6:00 PM.
"Rest in Peace, Dolly! The World Loves you."
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DOLLY PARTON'S LEGENDARY SHOWBIZ CAREER
Isinilang si Dolly sa isang one-room cabin sa Pittman Center, Tennessee, noong January 19, 1946.
Si Dolly ay maituturing na Taylor Swift ng kanyang henerasyon dahil sa lawak ng kanyang popularidad at impluwensiya sa industriya ng musika na nagsimula noong 1956 sa edad na 10.
Kinikilala siya bilang isa sa best-selling music artists sa buong mundo.
Mahigit 3,000 ang bilang ng kanyang mga komposisyon, kabilang ang “I Will Always Love You,” na isinulat niya noong 1973.
Muling pinasikat ni Whitney Houston ang kanta noong 1992 at ginamit ito bilang theme song sa pelikulang The Bodyguard.
Ilan pa sa mga nagmarka at naging walang kamatayang kanta ni Dolly ang “Jolene,” "Coat of Many Colors," "9 to 5," "Here You Come Again," at ang duet song nila ni Kenny Rogers na “Islands in the Stream.”
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Bukod sa pagiging singer, si Dolly ay isa ring aktres sa pelikula at telebisyon.
Kabilang sa acting credits niya ang mga pelikulang 9 to 5 (1980), The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1982), Rhinestone (1984), Steel Magnolias (1989),Straight Talk (1992), at Joyful Noise (2012).
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