Country legend Dolly Parton, known for hits like “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You,” has died at the age of 80 after a brief battle with cancer. She was widely considered a universally beloved celebrity who bridged political and social divides in America.
The inimitable Dolly Parton died Tuesday, according to Variety. The country legend and cultural icon was 80 years old. She is remembered as perhaps our last universally beloved celebrity, bridging the widening political and social divide in America.
In addition to creating classic tunes like “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You,” Parton sold over 100 million records throughout her career. Variety also noted her surprising involvement in producing “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and her contribution to the development of a COVID vaccine.
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