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A legendary singer-songwriter, her music covered themes around love, loss, female empowerment and spirituality.
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Life of the music legend whose songs touched millions
The singer, songwriter and actress is known for timeless hits including Jolene and I Will Always Love You.
What was behind Dolly Parton's widespread appeal?
The BBC's entertainment correspondent Colin Patterson looks at why the singer attracted such a range of fans.
Elton John, Oprah Winfrey and Paul McCartney lead tributes to Dolly Parton
The tributes have included artists across musical genres, fans from all generations and politicians from all spectrum sharing their love for the country icon.
BBC at Dolly Parton's Hollywood star as fans pay tribute
The BBC's LA correspondent Shaimaa Khalil spoke to fans gathered to mourn the country music star at her Hollywood Walk of Fame star on Tuesday evening.
A life in pictures
The singer rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most beloved entertainers in the world.
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The Papers: 'We will always love you, Dolly'
The death of country music legend and philanthropist Dolly Parton at aged 80 dominates Wednesday's papers.
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Chinese teens are turning to mind-numbing drugs to 'run away from reality'
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