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Dolly Parton Cancels Dollywood Show Amid Health Setback

9/19/2025

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Dolly Parton canceled her Dollywood appearance due to kidney stones and an infection.
The 79-year-old shared her absence via a pre-recorded video, reassuring fans, "Don't worry about me, I'm gonna be okay."
This health setback follows the death of her husband, Carl Dean, in March, which deeply affected her.
Parton plans to return to performing but requires time to heal.

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Dolly Parton canceled her Dollywood appearance due to kidney stones and an infection.
The 79-year-old shared her absence via a pre-recorded video, reassuring fans, "Don't worry about me, I'm gonna be okay."
This health setback follows the death of her husband, Carl Dean, in March, which deeply affected her.
Parton plans to return to performing but requires time to heal.