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LIVE - 'Glam, funny, kind': World remembers Dolly Parton as star dies from cancer aged 80 - The legendary country music singer died surrounded by loved ones after "bravely facing" cancer, her representatives said.
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'I broke boundaries by just being myself' -- Dolly Parton spoke to Radio 2 in 2023, and spoke about how people didn't take her seriously at the onset of her career.43 minutes ago
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'If you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain': The wit and wisdom of Dolly Parton -- The much-loved country singer-songwriter in her own words, following her death aged 80.1 hour ago
What was behind Dolly Parton's widespread appeal? -- The BBC's entertainment correspondent Colin Paterson looks at why the singer attracted such a range of fans.1 hour ago
'She was real' - Recording Academy CEO -- Legendary country music singer Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80.9 hours ago
'Dolly made everybody feel they were her friend' -- US singer Darius Rucker speaks to the BBC about Dolly Parton following the news of her death.11 hours ago
Gasps as 9 to 5 cast announce Dolly's death -- The cast of Dolly Parton's musical, 9 to 5, was about to go on stage when her death was announced.12 hours ago
'We used flour for powder' - Dolly reflects on early life in 1979 BBC interview -- The singer spoke candidly about her childhood in rural Tennessee, her family's poverty, and the determination that helped her rise to international stardom.13 hours ago
How Dolly became the world's most-loved star -- After the announcement of her death at the age of 80 – we explore what made the country singer and star so appealing to so many.13 hours ago