Dolly Parton, beloved music star, actor and philanthropist, dies at 80
Summary
Dolly Parton, a famous country music singer, songwriter, and philanthropist, has died at age 80. She was known for hits like "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You," her distinctive style, and her charitable work, including a nonprofit that sends free books to children.Key Facts
- Dolly Parton was 80 years old when she died.
- She was a country music star known for her powerful singing voice and memorable songs.
- Her popular songs include "Jolene," "Coat of Many Colors," and "I Will Always Love You."
- She sold over 100 million records worldwide and had more than 1 billion online streams.
- Parton grew up in a poor family in Tennessee and was one of 12 children.
- She created the Imagination Library, a program that sends free books to children to help promote reading.
- Parton started performing in church and on local TV as a child and appeared on the Grand Ole Opry at age 13.
- She worked closely with singer Porter Wagoner early in her career, who helped her get a record deal and acted as her producer.
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