Dolly Parton died Tuesday at the age of 80 after a private battle with cancer.
Parton’s reps confirmed the country superstar’s death in a statement to People, sharing that the Jolene singer died after a “brief battle with cancer.”
They did not reveal what type of cancer it was.
“After enduring a courageous battle with cancer, Dolly departed her earthly life today at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, surrounded by loved ones,” the statement said.
“Our beloved Dolly Parton spent her life and career bringing joy, laughter, hope and integrity to everything she touched.”
“Her unparalleled generosity touched the lives of countless people she would never meet, but she was always there to lend a helping hand,” the statement continued.
Dolly Parton died after a ‘short battle’ with cancer
“Whether it is the hundreds of millions of books donated through her invaluable Imagination Library or funding the research that helped create a lifesaving vaccine used around the world, Dolly’s unconditional love for all people has been the guiding force for her lasting impact.”
