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Dolly Parton left one final song for fans to hear in 2046

Dolly Parton left one final song for fans to hear in 2046

Summary

Dolly Parton died at age 80 after a short battle with cancer. She left behind an unreleased song called "My Place in History," which is stored in a locked box to be opened on what would have been her 100th birthday in 2046.

Key Facts

  • Dolly Parton passed away at 80 after a brief cancer fight.
  • She chose the song "If We Never Meet Again" for her funeral, a favorite from her father.
  • Parton requested a small, private funeral with only close family.
  • Her nephew said she wished to be buried in soft cotton.
  • The unreleased song "My Place in History" was recorded in 2015.
  • The song is sealed in a box at Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and will be opened in 2046.
  • The box even includes a CD player so people can listen to the song decades later.
  • The Broadway musical about her life, "Dolly: A True Original Musical," will start previews in December 2026 as planned.
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