Dolly Parton, the iconic country music star, passed away at age 80 on August 25. Born in a poor family in rural Tennessee, she wrote her first song at age 5 and played her first show at Nashville's Grand Ole Opry at 13. Parton became a cultural icon known for hits like '9-to-5' and 'I Will Always Love You,' as well as her philanthropy and business ventures. Before her death, she had canceled her scheduled Vegas residency citing health concerns.
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