Dolly Parton Died After ‘Brief Battle With Cancer,’ Her Team Says
Legendary singer, songwriter, businesswoman and philanthropist Dolly Parton died at 80 surrounded by loved ones in a Nashville hospital.
Her team confirming, “After bravely facing a brief battle with cancer, Dolly departed her earthly life.” Tributes are pouring in from throughout the entertainment world including from her “Steel Magnolias” co-star Sally Field and fellow music legend Paul McCartney.
NBC’s Joe Fryer reports for TODAY.
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