Breaking: Dolly Parton dies aged 80

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Dolly Parton dies aged 80BBy Brad RyanTopic:MusicPosted Wed 26 Aug 2026 at 4:06amWed 26 Aug 2026 at 4:06amWed 26 Aug 2026 at 4:06amCountry music icon Dolly Parton has died, her family has said.

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