Dolly Parton

American singer, songwriter, actress, and philanthropist, acclaimed worldwide as the "Queen of Country Music." Author and performer of immortal hits such as "Jolene," "I Will Always Love You," and "9 to 5," she stood out for her prolific talent, charismatic presence, and immense humanitarian impact through the Imagination Library children's literacy program. She passed away on August 25, 2026, at the age of 80, in Nashville, Tennessee.