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Fan’s Final Video Of Dolly Parton Is Turning Heads Online, Here’s What People Are Saying: “She Really Did It”

A video labeled “the last video I took of Dolly Parton” has gone viral, with fans captivated by the star’s final words to the crowd.

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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library: what its success means for children’s reading

It was sad but strangely fitting that Dolly Parton should have died during the UK’s National Year of Reading, given the way the much-loved country singer used her wealth and influence to promote reading.

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‘In walked this big bundle of energy’: the day Dolly Parton came to Rotherham

Country star came to South Yorkshire town in 2007 for UK launch of the Imagination Library, her book donation scheme

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'She Really Liked Me': Donald Trump's Dolly Parton Claim Draws Attention to Imagination Library Cuts

Trump said Dolly Parton 'really liked me' as Missouri paused new Imagination Library enrolments after a $4 millionfunding cut.

International Business Times UK

Americans can’t agree on anything. Except how much they loved Dolly Parton

TRIBUTE: More than just a country music star, Dolly was the rare celebrity who united fans across political and cultural divides, writes Kevin E G Perry

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Miley Cyrus remembers ‘angel’ godmother Dolly Parton after death at 80

The queen of country was a deeply significant figure in her life.

Evening Standard

Dolly Parton once gave $1 million to help develop the Moderna COVID vaccine at Vanderbilt: ‘I’m kind of addicted to the feeling of giving’

Dolly Parton had a $450 million fortune at her passing, but spent much of her life giving it away—including $1 million toward COVID-19 vaccine research.

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Dolly Parton's Book Programme Was Defunded by Missouri Republicans Months Before Her Death

Missouri's budget cuts have significantly reduced funding for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, impacting new enrolments and threatening the programme's reach in the state

International Business Times UK

‘Unique and irreplaceable’ Dolly Parton remembered after death from cancer

The Band of the Coldstream Guards played 9 To 5 on the forecourt of Buckingham Palace in her honour.

Evening Standard

Dolly Parton’s 9 To 5 played at Changing the Guard in tribute to superstar

The Band of the Coldstream Guards delivered a rendition of Parton’s hit song as tourists gathered at the gates of Buckingham Palace.

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Dolly Parton’s 9 To 5 played at Changing the Guard in Royal Family's tribute to country music superstar

The Band of the Coldstream Guards delivered a rendition of Parton’s hit song as tourists gathered at the gates of Buckingham Palace.

Evening Standard

Dolly Parton's philanthropy was based on 'her belief in the goodness of people'

Dolly Parton's death is shining a new light on the country music icon's philanthropy

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Dolly Parton’s philanthropic Imagination Library had a proven effect in Australia, and around the world

Dolly Parton had first-hand experience of the effects of limited literacy. Her father could not read or write. He was, she once said,

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World pays tribute to ‘north star’ Dolly Parton after death from cancer

Landmarks were lit up in honour of the legendary country singer and songwriter.

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Dolly Parton Left a Final Secret Song Locked in a Dream Box, Not To Be Opened Until Her 100th Birthday

Dolly Parton, who died on 25 August at 80, left an unreleased final song sealed in a chestnut Dream Box at Dollywood, set to be unlocked only on her 100th birthday in 2046.

Evening Standard

Dolly Parton died after ‘brief battle with cancer’, publicist reveals, as tributes pour in for country legend

The musician was best known for her genre-defining hits including 9 To 5, I Will Always Love You and Jolene

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First Minister John Swinney hails impact of Dolly Parton’s charity work in Scotland

In April, the Scottish Government said it would partner with The Dollywood Foundation which provides books for children, and promotes education and literacy among young people

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Quote of the day by Dolly Parton: “If your actions create a legacy that inspires others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, then, you are an excellent leader.”

Dolly Parton, the cherished 80-year-old country music legend, has sadly left us. Her extraordinary journey from humble beginnings to becoming a star captivated countless hearts. Known for her wisdom, Parton once said that true leadership lies in energizing others. Through her impactful Imagination Library, she gifted free books to children,…

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Dolly Parton, country music legend, Miley Cyrus' godmother dies at 80 — The extraordinary life & legacy of the American icon

Dolly Parton, a celebrated singer and songwriter, has passed away at age eighty. Her career spanned over six decades, bridging musical genres and generations. She achieved significant success with hits like "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You." Beyond music, Parton built a business empire and championed philanthropy through her…

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Dolly Parton, country star, actor and philanthropist, dies aged 80 after cancer diagnosis

Songwriter of I Will Always Love You, Jolene and 9 to 5 invested millions in child literacy, Covid-19 vaccine development and other causes

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'Can I Have It?': Dolly Parton Leaves Taylor Swift Fans Stunned With Wild 'Firstborn Baby' Request After $2 Million Donation

Dolly Parton's playful request to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce after their $2 million donation to her charity has gone viral, highlighting the donation and the Imagination Library.

International Business Times UK

Dolly Parton Asks For Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce's Firstborn After Huge Imagination Library Donation

Dolly Parton thanks Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce for their $2 million donation to her Imagination Library, jokingly requesting their firstborn child in return. The donation supports children's literacy.

International Business Times UK

Kids at Risk of Losing Free Books After State Funding Blow to Dolly Parton Programme in Missouri, Reports Claim

Missouri's funding cuts to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library threaten access to free books for thousands of children, raising concerns about the programme's future and its impact on early literacy.

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Dolly Parton Reveals Her Plans to "Rub Elbows" With the Royal Family This Fall—and Has a Special Invite for George, Charlotte and Louis

The country star said she'll "go out all out to try to make it a royal treat for them."

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Dolly Parton's library fights defunding

“The beauty of the Imagination Library is that it unites us all, regardless of politics," says Parton's foundation

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