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Dolly Parton, the iconic country music performer and humanitarian, died peacefully Tuesday in Nashville, Tennessee, according to a press release obtained by Fox News Digital. Her nephew Brin Seaver confirmed the news through an Instagram video, marking the end of an illustrious career that spanned decades and touched millions of lives.
Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning, who studied at the University of Tennessee, expressed his condolences on Instagram alongside a photograph of himself with Parton at a Volunteers game. “There was only one Dolly and I feel lucky to have known her,” Manning wrote. “We’ll miss you, Dolly. Tennessee won’t be the same without her!”
Manning’s photo referenced Parton’s memorable November 18, 2023 performance at a Tennessee home game, where she sang the university’s signature “Rocky Top” after the first quarter. The legendary performer later recalled the stadium noise was so overwhelming during her rendition that she could barely hear herself.
Beyond collegiate athletics, Parton remained active in sports appearances well into her late seventies. Just days after the Tennessee performance, she traveled to Dallas to headline the 2023 Thanksgiving halftime show at AT&T Stadium, donning a custom bedazzled Cowboys cheerleader outfit while performing hits including “Jolene,” “9 to 5,” and Queen’s “We Are The Champions.”
Parton’s accolades included 11 Grammy Awards, three Emmy Awards, and the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award. She received nominations for six Golden Globes, a Tony Award, and two Academy Awards throughout her career as a musician, actress, businesswoman and philanthropist.
The performer was married to Carl Dean for nearly 60 years until his death in March 2025. At Parton’s request, a small private service will be held for immediate family members, with donations to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library encouraged in lieu of flowers.
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