Flags to Be at Half-Staff for Dolly Parton Longer Than Kirk and Graham
Summary
President Donald Trump ordered U.S. flags to be flown at half-staff nationwide for seven days to honor Dolly Parton after her death at age 80. This period is longer than the time flags were lowered for other prominent figures close to the president, such as Senator Lindsey Graham and activist Charlie Kirk.Key Facts
- Dolly Parton, a famous country singer and philanthropist, died at age 80.
- President Trump ordered flags lowered from August 25 until sunset on September 1, a full week.
- This national tribute period is longer than the five days flags were flown at half-staff for Senator Lindsey Graham.
- Flying the flag at half-staff is a traditional way to honor important public figures after they pass away.
- Parton was admired across political and cultural lines for her music, business work, and efforts to promote reading.
- During Trump’s first term, Parton was offered but did not accept the Presidential Medal of Freedom, citing scheduling and COVID-19 concerns.
- Not all prominent figures receive nationwide half-staff honors; for example, Robert Mueller did not receive such a tribute.
- Senator Lindsey Graham, a close ally of President Trump, died in July 2026 at age 71 and was honored with flags at half-staff for about five days.
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