Parton reportedly died peacefully Tuesday in Nashville, Tennessee, according to her publicist, following a remarkable seven-decade career that established her as one of the most influential and beloved figures in American music.
According to PEOPLE, Parton was hospitalized in Nashville on Friday, August 21—just four days before her reported death. The specific reason for the hospitalization was not immediately made public.
TMZ later reported, citing sources familiar with the situation, that Parton had been admitted to Vanderbilt University Medical Center while dealing with kidney and autoimmune-related health issues. However, those reports have not been independently confirmed by Parton’s family or representatives.
No official cause of death has been publicly disclosed. It also remains unclear whether the reported medical conditions played any role in her death.
The lack of an official explanation has prompted widespread speculation, but additional details may emerge as Parton’s family and representatives address the circumstances surrounding her passing.
Parton’s reported death marks the end of an extraordinary career that crossed generations. From her groundbreaking success in country music to her work as a songwriter, actress, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, she remained a major cultural figure for decades.
