On August 25th, 2026, Beloved singer, philanthropist, and icon Dolly Parton passed away at the age of 80 after complications with cancer. Although Dolly, and her husband Carl Dean who passed away in March of 2025, did not have any children, she’s survived by her 6 other living siblings, relatives, and goddaughter Miley Cyrus.
Dolly was loved internationally, across cultures and generations. More than just a musical artist, her activism with the Dollywood Foundation and the Imagination Library assisted millions of children and families, and will continue to do so after her passing.
We at Radio KAIR send our hearts and minds to her family and loved ones in this time of grief and celebration of her incredible legacy, including two morning show episodes dedicated to Dolly and her achievements: https://radiokair.com/podcasts/breakfast-for-dinner/episode/193860 | https://radiokair.com/podcasts/breakfast-for-dinner/episode/193903
