Stars Pay Tribute to Dolly Parton After Her Death

08/26/2026 •0•0

Paul McCartney, Elton John, Oprah and others remembered Dolly Parton's influence following the singer's death at 80.

Written byRicardo Biancchini

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Dolly Parton died on Tuesday (25) at the age of 80, prompting tributes from artists, friends and colleagues across several generations. Her death was confirmed on the singer's official accounts in a video featuring a message from Bryan Seaver, the artist's nephew and security guard, on behalf of the family.

Paul McCartney, Mick Jagger, Oprah Winfrey, Barbra Streisand, Reba McEntire, Elton John, Blake Shelton, Nile Rodgers, Bette Midler, Julia Roberts, Dionne Warwick and Kelly Clarkson were among the public figures who paid tribute on social media.

Their messages recalled meetings, collaborations and Dolly Parton's influence on their careers. They also highlighted the qualities that defined her life beyond the stage, including her generosity, humor, songwriting talent and commitment to social causes.

The tributes brought together voices from different generations of music, film and television.

In the video posted on the official accounts, Bryan Seaver shared the family's statement on the performer's death.

“She lived in the light and now rests in the arms of Jesus, alongside Carl, her parents and many others who were waiting for her in heaven.”

- Bryan Seaver

Donald Trump also mourned Dolly Parton's death in a post on Truth Social. The U.S. president ordered the country's flag to be flown at half-staff for one week, recognizing the singer's historic importance to American music and culture.

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Musical Artist

Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton is a singer-songwriter, musician, actress, author, and philanthropist from Tennessee. She achieved fame through country music, with hits including “Jolene,” “9 to 5,” and “I Will Always Love You.” Parton co-founded Dollywood, a theme par

Person

Mick Jagger

Mick Jagger is an English singer, songwriter, actor, and producer, best known as the lead vocalist and co-founder of the Rolling Stones. Born in Dartford, Kent, in 1943, he formed the band with Keith Richards and Brian Jones in 1962. Jagger has recor

Person

Paul McCartney

Paul McCartney is an English singer, songwriter, and musician who gained worldwide fame as the bassist and co-lead vocalist of the Beatles. Born in Liverpool in 1942, he wrote or co-wrote numerous Beatles classics with John Lennon. McCartney later pu

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