Country singer-songwriter Dolly Parton has died aged 80, according to the BBC, which published a tribute featuring a collection of her own words.
Key facts
- Country singer-songwriter Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, according to the BBC.
- The BBC published a tribute featuring her own words.
- The BBC described her as a much-loved country music figure.
- The tribute reflects on what the BBC called her wit and wisdom.
Dolly Parton, the country singer-songwriter, has died at the age of 80, according to the BBC.
In a tribute marking her death, the BBC remembered the artist, whom it described as much-loved, through a collection of her own words reflecting on what it called her wit and wisdom.
The tribute takes its title from one of Parton’s own reflections: ‘If you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain’.
The BBC’s piece presents Parton in her own voice, offering a portrait of the singer-songwriter as she was remembered following her death.
Why it matters
The BBC's tribute reflects on Parton's place in country music and popular culture following her death at 80.
Frequently asked questions
How old was Dolly Parton when she died?
According to the BBC, Dolly Parton died at the age of 80.
What was Dolly Parton known for?
The BBC describes her as a much-loved country singer-songwriter, remembered for her wit and wisdom.