Remembering the Stars Who Passed in 2026

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#1: Dolly Parton – Age 80

Few performers shaped country music as deeply as Dolly Parton. The singer, songwriter, actress, and businesswoman died at age 80 after a brief battle with cancer. Her family announced the news through an emotional message shared on her official social media accounts.

Across seven decades, she created classics such as “Jolene,” “9 to 5,” and “I Will Always Love You.” Dolly also starred in popular films, built the Dollywood resort, and gave millions of books to children through her Imagination Library. Her warmth, humor, and remarkable songs made her a worldwide cultural icon.