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Dolly Parton laid to rest alongside husband in Nashville

Dolly Parton laid to rest alongside husband in Nashville
BBC Entertainment Monday 31 August 2026, 09:24 UTC 1 min read
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A private family funeral is held for the singer who died on Tuesday at the age of 80.

A private family funeral is held for the singer who died on Tuesday at the age of 80.
Dolly Parton (PERSON) Nashville (LOCATION)
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