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Dolly Parton Shares Health Update After Medical Procedures
14 Mar
Summary
- Dolly Parton spoke about her health during her Dollywood appearance.
- She postponed her Las Vegas residency due to undisclosed medical procedures.
- Parton is also working on a new Broadway musical.
Country music legend Dolly Parton addressed her health during a keynote speech at her Dollywood theme park on March 13, 2026, celebrating its 41st anniversary. The 80-year-old singer revealed she has been experiencing "a few little health issues" but assured attendees they are being well-managed.
This appearance follows Parton's postponement of her Las Vegas residency, originally set for December 2025, due to undisclosed medical procedures. The residency has been rescheduled to begin in mid-September. Parton also spoke about grieving the loss of her husband, Carl Dean, who passed away in March 2025, stating that she needed time to rebuild herself spiritually, emotionally, and physically.
During the event, Parton also shared details about her upcoming Broadway musical, Dolly: An Original Musical, for which she is currently rewriting songs and which is expected to launch in New York this year. She offered life advice, emphasizing the importance of remembering one's roots and values.
