Dolly Parton left an indelible mark on music, philanthropy and American culture.
Parton died on Aug. 25 at the age of 80, but her wit, generosity and unmistakable voice that made her one of the most beloved figures in American entertainment will live on.
Over a career that spanned more than six decades, she became more than a country music superstar. Parton was an award-winning singer, songwriter, actress, author, businesswoman and philanthropist whose influence reached far beyond the stage.
She wrote thousands of songs, earned numerous Grammy Awards, starred in hit films and built a family entertainment destination in the Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee.
As people around the world remember her life and contributions, let’s see if you can name the 10 key moments that helped make Dolly an icon:
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The Queen of Country’s representatives have since shared additional information about the singer’s cause of death and plans for her memorial service, as emotional tributes pour in that underline just how beloved she was. Politicians, former costars, fellow singers and more have shared their grief in a series of moving statements.
President Donald Trump, calling Parton’s death a “true loss for millions of people,” ordered American flags to be lowered for one week.
Contributing Anika Reed, USA TODAY
SOURCES: USA TODAY research, The Nashville Tennessean, The Grammys, DollyParton.com and ABC News
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