Dolly Parton: Country stars estate announced Dollyfest days after singers death.
The estate of the late Dolly Parton has announced that 'Dollyfest' will proceed as a celebration of her life and legacy in London and Nashville next year. The festival was originally planned by Parton herself before her passing at age 80.
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Share article A two-day-long festival will be held in London and Nashville to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton , her estate has confirmed.
The Dollyfest announcement comes one week after the country star died at age 80 , following a brief battle with cancer . The event will happen in both Nashville and London across two consecutive weekends next year.
A two-day-long festival will be held in London and Nashville to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, her estate has announced. Getty Images
Her estate revealed that the festival was already planned and scheduled for January 2026, with the Jolene singer set to host and perform.
However, now the event will go ahead as a celebration of her life and legacy.
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