Dolly Parton died following a 'brief battle' with cancer

Dolly Parton died following a "brief battle" with cancer.

The country music legend passed away on Tuesday (25.08.26) at the age of 80 and while she had spoken before her death about suffering from health issues, it had not been confirmed what they were until now.

Her representatives said in a statement: “Our beloved Dolly Parton spent her life and career bringing joy, laughter, hope and integrity into everything she touched. Her unmatched generosity reached the lives of countless people whom she would never meet, yet she was always there to offer a helping hand.

“Whether it be the hundreds of millions of books donated through her invaluable Imagination Library or funding research that helped create a lifesaving vaccine used around the world, Dolly’s unconditional love for all people was the guiding force for her lasting impact.

"After bravely facing a brief battle with cancer, Dolly departed her Earthly life today at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center surrounded by loved ones."

Dolly had been admitted to the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville on Friday (21.08.26) and while her representatives did not disclose the type of cancer she was suffering with, it has been reported that she was facing kidney and autoimmune problems before her death.