Dolly Parton Isn't Dead Yet
Dolly Parton is still alive. That's really all that matters. However, it's amazing enough that rumors of her death could start as an erroneous announcement at a high school football game, and it's even more amazing that nobody can even determine exactly where that seed was first planted on the proverbial grapevine.
A lot can happen in a week, but the 62-year-old singer looked pretty damn good during the weekend of Aug. 16-17 when she performed three sold-out concerts at her Dollywood theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. After the rumor began that she had died of congestive heart failure on Friday night (Aug. 22), her spokesman told a Knoxville, Tenn., TV station that Parton decided against releasing an official statement that she is alive. Of course, the mere fact that she didn't issue a denial may be enough to fuel the conspiracy theory that somebody's trying to cover up her untimely demise.
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CJ says:
That is so sad. Rumors can destroy people. Dolly is one of a kind and just a all around beautiful person. I have watched her sence she was on the Porter Wagner show. I was babysitting and that was all I could find on tv so I really got hooked on country at that time. If you can’t tell the truth don’t talk at all. Also find out if something is true before you mouth it around. Dolly we love you!
Chris N. says:
I don’t think you’re supposed to plant seeds in the grapevine. I’m pretty sure those go in the ground.
David Nisbet, Scotland says:
First i’ve heard of it.
Calvin Gilbert says:
Good point on the grapevine planting thing. Shows what I know about horticulture.
Jaycee says:
Long live Dolly - the best thing to happen to the world of entertainment and the world in general is Dolly.
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steelmagnolia says:
wow. how did a rumour like this get started anyway? and how did it spread so quickly through the internet? look how many stories there are - dollyparton.maxlowe.net
Jen says:
this is so ridiculous!! i just wish she would release a statement and make this all go away. when i first heard of it i just about had a heart attack myself! shes going to be around for a looonngg time :)
love you Dolly!!!!
Jen says:
by the way i wasnt saying your blog is ridiculous just the rumor :)
Cricket from Froggy 104 says:
Doesn’t a rumor that she’s dead further cement her as a legend? Try spinning one of her records backwards to see what it tells you, lol.
Mike says:
Why anybody would ever want to be spiteful to Dolly is beyond my comprehension. She has nothing but GREATNESS in her heart for EVERYONE. Forget for a moment that she is a Mozart with an Angelic voice, and look at all the good she spreads around. I really don’t care what they say about other stars…but don’t mess with Dolly!! She’s the closest thing to American royalty we have ever had and there will never be another Dolly. The world is a better place with Dolly in it. I have always loved you Dolly. Forever Dolly!!
Tony says:
I was on my way back from vacation from Tennesse when I heard the awfulful rumor, I had just saw her in concert at Dollywood , and heard it on my way back on tennesee radio station and they led me to believe it was true, but at the the end of them talking about it the radio person said it was just a rumor ,I was so upset that I almost passed out myself ,I have loved Dolly for years and been going to the park to see here every year, and I even impersonate her around the country,Dolly is an inspiration to us all young and old, whoever started this should seek some help.Dolly is Alive and well. Love you Dolly
RUSSELL ROSS says:
to think some people can make up a rumor as this one is just sick.i have grown up with ms parton and enjoyed her music.shes a tuff act to follow. and for being 62 she still looks pretty damn hot.if ms parton reads this i hope you are well and keep up the good work……….
Helen says:
Just heard the rumor about Dolly, to bad that all people have to about, Hey, it keep our Gal name out there, This is for you Dolly, way to go.. your one of a kind, and we love you… how about another MOVIE for us.
Ryan says:
The one thing about show business (tv, film, etc.) is that any news is good news. The buzz created from this rumor will steer people to do internet searches and ultimately draw them to this blog, her website, CMT, GAC, etc.
If anyone saw Yahoo! buzz this am. Biden’s son mentioned he wouldn’t be around in his speech. The ginormous internet search after that not only found out the reason but, created a tremendous amount of discussion and press.
Nathan says:
Well, ain’t that a kick in the head. First I have heard of that. Love You Dolly.
Rhon says:
Sounds like Howard Stern. again
(Susan) says:
Dear Dolly, I have loved you & your music all my life. Dolly just pray that whom ever would say such mean stuff about You like that. That God will dill with that person in His own time. Maybe one day I will see you in Piegon, Forge,TN. My husband & I love you!!!
Carol Walsh says:
Dear Dolly,
This Da– rumor nearly gave me a heart attack.Good grief what if an elderly sick relative had heard this,they might have had the big one for sure.I wish these stupid attention craving people would stay off of the internet.Millions of us adore you and worry about you too.You work to hard,as your song says”I Will Always Love You”
Emy Nilsson says:
First I seemed a little scared when I first started reading this and I’m hopeing that Dolly lives for a long time.I’m also hopeing to see her next summer in Tennesse when I go to her theme park. “Dolly”,this is for you.You are an amazing person!I coulden’t believe all of your talent when I saw you for the first time Live last spring!You are one of my top favorite country stars and I wish you the best of luck!Keep it up cause Dolly you Rock and you are also an amazing actor.I always stick up for my idol.
jolene925 says:
I love Dolly, and I think that it is horrible that a rumor like this could be started. I cried when I heark about it.
dolly fan says:
she is not dead she wont be dead for a long time
LisaStratus says:
Yes, sounds it is tempting
LeraJenkins says:
Excuse, I have thought and have removed this phrase
PeterMontee says:
Very interesting idea