Country music singer Dolly Parton dies at age 80

Dolly Parton, one of country music's biggest stars, has died at the age of 80. Her family shared the news on Instagram. Parton worked as a singer, songwriter, actress, and philanthropist for nearly 60 years.

She is known for songs like "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You," both of which reached number one on the country charts. Many people also know "I Will Always Love You" because Whitney Houston recorded a famous version in 1992. Parton had three consecutive number-one hits in 1980 and received an Achievement Award in 2011. That same year, she voiced a character in the animated film Gnomeo & Juliet.

Her career shaped country music across many decades, and she remained one of its most recognised artists.