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New Orleans celebrates Dolly Parton Day, in photos

Fans in New Orleans celebrated Dolly Parton Day, declared in honor of the late country music icon, on Sept. 25. There was music, colorful tributes and plenty of Dolly-inspired style, as they joined communities around the country in honoring the widely beloved Parton.

The Independent UK · 8h ago

Reba McEntire says she missed a final phone call from Dolly Parton: ‘I’ll never know why she called me’

The two country music icons became close friends after meeting in Nashville in 1977

The Independent UK · 23h ago

Beck's tribute to Dolly Parton

Beck has paid tribute to late country music icon Dolly Parton, who he first met at a wedding when he was just a child.

BANG Premier · Sep 26

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Reba McEntire missed a call from Dolly Parton before her death

Reba McEntire missed a call from Dolly Parton before she died and never found out what the country music icon wanted.

BANG Premier · Sep 26

Give Like Dolly Day launched to support children’s reading in star’s honour

Country music superstar Dolly Parton died aged 80 in August.

Evening Standard · Sep 25

Thousands get surprise U2 gig in Dublin for band’s 50th ‘birthday’

Thousands of people were gifted a surprise U2 gig in the heart of their home city of Dublin, as the band marks 50 years since its formation.

Evening Standard · Sep 25

Dolly Parton Day declared in various cities and states across the US on 9/25

Late Queen of Country and philanthropist celebrated with parades, karaoke and live music across the country

The Guardian - US · Sep 25

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Dolly Parton Day 2026: Why September 25 was chosen to honour the country icon, the '9 to 5' connection and how fans are marking the occasion

September 25 has been designated as Dolly Parton Day, celebrating her humanitarian work and musical legacy. The day includes various community events focused on literacy and kindness in her honor. Across various cities, individuals are encouraged to engage in activities related to literacy and support local initiatives. The Dollywood Foundation…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

A menu for Dolly Parton Day

A Southern spread honoring the Queen of Country, with recipes tied to her life and legacy

Salon · Sep 25

Dolly Parton Day 2026: Donating book to Imagination Library, renaming airport, Southwest Airlines karaoke announcement, to pink lights, poster to honor late American singer in Nashville, New York City, California, around the world

In Nashville — where Parton had lived since she was 18 — the city will honor the singer with pink lights and posters and give away stickers, buttons and bookmarks.

The Economic Times · Sep 25

U2 go back to school where they formed for special performance

The Irish rock band are promoting upcoming album Carnaval de Luz.

Evening Standard · Sep 25

Report: Rosalía inspired a song on the new U2 album Carnaval De Luz

U2 have seemingly dedicated a song to Latin superstar Rosalía on their upcoming record.

BANG Premier · Sep 25

Digested week: I had Nigella down as tradwife burlesque but her Bake Off debut won me over

Plus, Prince Harry spreads his love of Marmite to his kids, and Dolly Parton’s nephew turns out to be fairly unusual

The Guardian - UK · Sep 25

Bono ‘can’t listen’ to Dolly Parton duet recorded just before her death

The legendary country singer-songwriter will posthumously appear on U2’s forthcoming 16th album

The Independent UK · Sep 25

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BANG Premier · Sep 25

Bono 'can't listen' to Dolly Parton's final song

U2 frontman Bono has admitted he "can't listen" to Dolly Parton's final song after she recorded a collaboration with the band called Torn just two months before her death.

The Independent UK · Sep 25

Dolly Parton Day celebrates country legend’s music, kindness and enduring legacy

Communities worldwide are dedicating Friday to honoring Dolly Parton

BANG Premier · Sep 24

Dolly Parton insider claims manager wants her home ‘turned Into Graceland’

A legal battle involving the country legend’s longtime manager and nephew has exposed tensions over the protection of her family, properties and vast entertainment legacy.

The Independent UK · Sep 24

Dolly Parton to feature posthumously on U2’s new album

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The Independent UK · Sep 24

U2's new album 'Carnaval De Luz,' out in November, will feature Dolly Parton on a song

U2 is set to release their first full-length album of new material in nine years, titled “Carnaval De Luz.”

The Independent UK · Sep 24

Dolly Parton to make posthumous appearance on new U2 album

The new song will be part of the rock band’s new album on 13 November

The Guardian - UK · Sep 24

U2 announce new album Carnaval de Luz, featuring final recording by Dolly Parton

Irish rock legends’ 16th studio album, described by the Edge as ‘a messy, provocative, sacred collection of songs’, to arrive in November

Evening Standard · Sep 24

U2’s new album to feature duet between Bono and Dolly Parton

The Irish rocker and the late country music star sing together on Torn, which is described as a song about broken family ties.

International Business Times UK · Sep 24

America Celebrates Dolly Parton Day on September 25 — and the '9 to 5' Reason Behind the Date Is Perfect

California, Nashville, Seattle and Portland are marking Dolly Parton Day on September 25, with 9/25 celebrations inspired by her '9 to 5' legacy and literacy work.

International Business Times UK · Sep 24

Judge Grants Restraining Order Against Dolly Parton's Nephew Bryan Seaver Amid Estate Dispute

A Tennessee judge has ordered Dolly Parton's nephew Bryan Seaver and his security company to stay away from her business representatives after allegations of threats and payment demands.

The Independent UK · Sep 24

Dolly Parton’s sister says there is no family ‘feud’ after nephew was fired

A restraining order has been filed against Parton’s nephew Bryan Seaver, who served as her long-time head of security.

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