THE RUNDOWNDolly Parton passed away on Tuesday, August 25, at the age of 80.Her nephew Bryan Seaver announced her death on behalf of the Parton family. A cause of death has not been shared.Following the news, Parton’s friends, fellow musicians, and longtime admirers began sharing tributes to the country music legend.Dolly Parton has passed away at the age of 80. Her nephew Bryan Seaver announced her death on Tuesday, August 25, in a video shared on Parton’s official Instagram account on behalf of the Parton and Owens family. A cause of death was not specified.Parton’s career spanned nearly seven decades, from her early years as a songwriter in Nashville to becoming one of country music’s most recognizable figures. Her discography included songs like “Jolene,” “9 to 5,” and “I Will Always Love You,” while her work extended into film, television, business, and philanthropy. She was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1999 and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2022.The news came four days after Parton spoke publicly about her recent health issues, telling People that although she was “still healin’,” she was also “still workin’” and had “so many things I want to achieve.”As news of her death spread, musicians, actors, designers, and others who worked with or admired Parton shared memories and messages in her honor. Read their tributes below.Kacey MusgravesMusgraves shared several messages about Parton on X. “Dolly. This really really hurts,” she wrote in one post.In another, she wrote, “The world feels a lot less sparkly all of a sudden.”Musgraves also reflected on Parton reuniting with her husband, who died in March 2025. “So glad she’s with her Carl Dean. No one talk to me today,” she wrote.Reba McEntireMcEntire shared photos of herself and Parton on Instagram and reflected on their friendship:Well, I just got the news that my buddy Dolly passed onto the higher and greater side.Dolly, thank you for all the wonderful things you did for us here on earth.Your love, your music and you gave so much with your huge huge heart.There will never ever be another you.We will remember and cherish every memory and every note you ever played and sang.Thank you, Lord, for Dolly.She’s gonna have a blast in heaven singing all her favorite songs with all her family and friends who have gone on before her.I’ll never forget the first time I met you and I’ll never forget our last conversation. I hold it with love in my heart.I will always love you, Reba.View full post on InstagramKeke PalmerPalmer posted a photo of Parton followed by an old image of the two of them together on Instagram. “I’m devastated. Truly,” she wrote.View full post on InstagramJamie Lee CurtisCurtis kept her Instagram tribute brief, writing, “Thank you, Dolly. For all of it.”View full post on InstagramPedro PascalPascal shared a photo of Parton on Instagram. “One of one . We must make more. #DollyParton #Love,” he wrote.Sarah Jessica ParkerParker shared a series of photos of Parton on Instagram and wrote:“No!!!!!!I never met @dollyparton but my gosh, did I love her.I don’t think any of us had to know her to love her.One of the greatest this country ever produced.Legend. For real.Forever.And always advocating for those she knew and understood needed a champion.What a loss. But aren’t we so lucky, so fortunate for the endless gifts she shared.With the world.Godspeed and RIP.You will be terribly missed.Xxx, SJ”View full post on InstagramThe MuppetsThe Muppets shared photos from Parton’s appearances with Miss Piggy and other Muppets, writing:“There will never be another quite like Dolly Parton. She was the ultimate singer, songwriter, actress, performer, and philanthropist. She filled the world with light and we are so grateful for every second we got to spend with her onstage and off. 曆”View full post on InstagramDonatella VersaceVersace honored Parton with a photo on Instagram. She wrote:“The world has lost one of the kindest and most generous of souls, the greatest of story tellers and a true legend of music. So many lives were made better because of you. Thank you Dolly, for everything. @dollyparton ️”Sheryl CrowCrow reflected on Parton’s impact, writing:“There is a hole in the universe. There was and will never be anyone like Dolly. I did not know her well but I loved her like family… we all did. She was an incredible story teller musically and in real life.“But she was also a loving and compassionate human being, led by goodness in all she did. I will miss knowing she is on the planet but she will never be far away. RIP Dolly.”View full post on InstagramDionne WarwickWarwick’s team shared a statement from the singer following the news of Parton’s death. She said:“The Heavenly Father has made the decision to bring another of his children to him. Dolly, a true child of God, is in the best hands now. Resting in peace. I will certainly miss her laughter, jokes and her being. Rest well and in total peace my friend. Sincere heartfelt condolences to Danny, family and those who knew her. My heart is heavy.”KC of KC and the Sunshine BandIn a statement from his team, KC recalled knowing Parton for decades. He said:“I am in shock. I met Dolly back in the late ’70s. We had the same manager, and I was lucky enough to meet her and know her throughout the years, and then we ended up with the same management team again years later. She was one of the sweetest and kindest people I had ever met. I have many fond memories that I will cherish and hold close to my heart. Such a talent and a tremendous loss to pop and country music and to those who knew and loved her. She will truly be missed. ”Lil Nas X“THE ONE AND ONLY! FLY HIGH MISS DOLLY! 沈️懶” the rapper and country singer wrote in an Instagram tribute.View full post on InstagramGigi Hadid“Thank you Dolly,” the model wrote in an Instagram Story featuring the late singer.Gigi Hadid Instagram