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How Dolly Parton helped the world - from children's books to supporting Covid vaccine

How Dolly Parton helped the world - from children's books to supporting Covid vaccine
BBC News Wednesday 26 August 2026, 12:11 UTC 1 min read
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The late singer-songwriter's charity causes were as eclectic as her music, but she had a personal connection to each one.

The late singer-songwriter's charity causes were as eclectic as her music, but she had a personal connection to each one.
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