The country music icon Dolly Parton died on Tuesday at the age of 80. Her family announced her death on Tuesday afternoon. While no cause of death was disclosed, her publicist confirmed she died peacefully in Nashville, Tennessee, her home state.
U.S. President Donald Trump statement
Following the news of her passing, reactions poured in from across the globe, reflecting on her nearly six decades of charisma, heartfelt lyrics, and dedication to causes she believed in. U.S. President Donald Trump issued a statement describing her as one of the greatest country singers of all time, whose influence extended far beyond that genre. Trump remarked that there has never been anyone like her, nor would there ever be. In her honor, the President ordered the American flag to be lowered throughout the United States for a one-week period beginning at 6:00 PM tonight.
Former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton also shared her condolences, noting that Dolly Parton had performed as much good as she could for as many people as she could for as long as she was able, and expressing that they would miss her great heart.
音楽界の仲間が語る「唯一無二の才能」
Reba McEntire and Vince Gill personal loss
Fellow musicians expressed deep personal loss. Reba McEntire thanked Dolly for all the wonderful things she had done for everyone on earth, adding that her love, her music, and her own presence were gifts given through her incredibly generous heart. Vince Gill, who performed the last note of I Will Always Love You
with Parton at the CMA Awards, shared that everyone in his household was devastated.
Billy Ray Cyrus shared a memory from 1992, recounting how he once apologized to Parton regarding tabloid rumors of an affair. He recalled that, in true Dolly fashion, she had simply looked at him, winked, and told him that such trashy stories helped sell records. Carrie Underwood described Parton as the epitome of faith, grace, talent, beauty, and humor, adding that she was likely the one person on the planet whom everyone loved and could agree upon.
Blake Shelton, who worked with Parton on The Voice, noted that she was the most fun, loving, caring, and intimate member of one’s own family. Kelly Clarkson added that Dolly Parton possessed a unique ability to make everyone feel special, seen, welcomed, and as if they were old friends. The family of Loretta Lynn also paid tribute, noting that Parton and Lynn were mountain sisters
who understood each other.
ドリー・パートンの功績とテネシー州への影響
Tennessee Department of Tourist Development Commissioner Mark Ezell
Parton’s influence extended far beyond her music. Sarah Kate Ellis, President and CEO of GLAAD, highlighted Parton’s long history of LGBTQ advocacy, citing her 1990s track “Family,” her Oscar-nominated ballad Travelin’ Thru,
and her support for marriage equality in 2009. Ellis stated that Parton’s entire career had been built on love and respect for everyone, and that her unwavering support as an ally was a legacy that would endure forever.
Mark Ezell, Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development, called Parton Tennessee’s first lady.
He remarked that she had invited the world into their music, their mountains, and their culture, making everyone feel welcome. Republican Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger, who represents Tennessee’s First District where Parton grew up in Sevier County, credited her with putting East Tennessee on the map through the development of Dollywood and providing books to children through her Imagination Library.
Eugene Naughton, president of Dollywood Parks & Resorts, said that Dolly’s heart was as vast as the mountains she cherished and that her compassion knew no bounds, noting that she had inspired generations to dream boldly and love deeply.
埋蔵される伝説：葬儀と今後の見通し
Funeral or memorial services details
As of Tuesday, no details regarding funeral or memorial services have been announced. Fans and colleagues continue to mourn the loss of the singer, who recently celebrated her 80th birthday.