Vince Gill Honors Dolly Parton with Song

Country star Vince Gill recently paid tribute to his dear friend Dolly Parton with a moving performance of "I Will Always Love You." At his August 27th, 2026, concert in Kansas City, Missouri, Gill expressed his grief over Parton's passing on August 25th, 2026, after a short fight with cancer.

The song holds a deep connection for Gill, as he and Parton released a celebrated duet version in 1995. Their recording of "I Will Always Love You" achieved commercial success, reaching number 15 on the country charts and winning Vocal Event of the Year at the CMA Awards. Gill shared on Instagram that singing with Parton was "one of the most beautiful sounds" he had ever experienced.

Parton originally penned and recorded the iconic song in 1973. It later became a global sensation through Whitney Houston's 1992 rendition. Gill is among several artists, including Kacey Musgraves and John Mayer, who have honored Parton with musical tributes since her death.