Country music legend Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80. The death of the singer, known for hits including Jolene and I Will Always Love You, was announced tonight by her nephew, Bryan Seaver.
Nephew's tribute
In a video message, Seaver paid tribute to Parton, saying: "Dolly also opened doors for generations of singers, songwriters, musicians, and dreamers from every walk of life and across every continent. By her example, we believed that anything was possible. She never saw a door she couldn’t open, and the doors she opened made and changed history."
Legacy of a legend
Tributes are being paid tonight to the singer, whose career spanned decades and influenced countless artists worldwide. Parton's impact on music and culture is being remembered as fans and fellow musicians react to the news.
