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Dolly Parton: From rural Tennessee to the #1 country music artist of all time - her life in full

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Dolly Parton, the celebrated country music artist, actor, businesswoman, and philanthropist, has died at the age of 80. Born in rural Tennessee in 1946, Parton built a legendary career spanning more than six decades.

Throughout her life, Parton rose from humble roots to become widely recognized as the number one country music artist of all time. She achieved lasting fame through iconic hit songs such as "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You," alongside her extensive work in film, commerce, and charitable endeavors.

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Manchester Evening News (Manchester, UK) (GB) Focuses on her six-decade musical journey from rural Tennessee.
Stuff (Wellington/Auckland, New Zealand) (NZ) Emphasizes her multifaceted career as an icon, actor, and philanthropist.
Read the full story at the source Stuff (Wellington/Auckland, New Zealand) · NZ
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