Looking back on Dolly Parton's groundbreaking career and music legacy
Country music legend Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80. Her family announced the news in a video posted to social media. NBC News' Chloe Melas reports on the icon's life and legacy.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:26:17 GMT
Fans and fellow artists post tributes to Dolly Parton
NBC News' Chloe Melas and Brian Balthazar discuss the range of messages pouring in for country music legend Dolly Parton, who passed away today at 80.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:26:13 GMT
Dolly Parton through the years, in photos: From ‘9 to 5’ secretary to ‘Hannah Montana’ godmother
Until she died Tuesday at the age of 80, Dolly Parton was the beloved Queen of Country music.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:05:19 GMT
Dolly Parton’s best moments on TODAY
The singer has stopped by TODAY over the years to talk about her projects, including “Steel Magnolias” in 1989.
Fri, 31 Jan 2020 16:33:44 GMT
Watch Dolly Parton, Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb sing ‘Jolene’
As Dolly Parton visits TODAY live, the control room staff don Dolly wigs, Savannah Guthrie pulls out her guitar, and Hoda Kotb joins Savannah and Dolly in an impromptu performance of the country icon’s classic song “Jolene.”
Wed, 20 Nov 2019 13:40:03 GMT