'Ain't dead yet,' says Dolly Parton amid health rumors

Deutsche Welle (DW)CenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Dharvi Vaid with AFP, Reuters and APOctober 25, 2025 at 04:26 PM

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Legendary American singer Dolly Parton, 79, addressed health rumors sparked by comments from her sister Freida on social media. In a video posted to Instagram, Parton reassured fans that she was well and not near death as some had speculated. She mentioned postponing upcoming Las Vegas shows due to unspecified health issues but emphasized she was receiving treatment and not ready to stop working. The country music icon also noted she had been neglecting her own health since the March passing of her husband, Carl Dean. Parton is set to receive an honorary Oscar in November.

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