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US country music star Ella Langley cancels show due to 'security threat'
Police say they checked the concert venue in Tulsa, Oklahoma but "could not find any threat".
October 10, 2026Dolly Parton sings Jolene in Welsh in recording released after her death
Parton's niece Jada Star and Welsh singer Bronwen Lewis say the country artist was proud to sing in Welsh.
October 2, 2026Gavin and Stacey star Rob Brydon's regret at turning down Dolly Parton interview
The comedian visited Dollywood in his BBC series Rob Brydon's Honky Tonk road trip.
September 4, 2026Dolly Parton gets new star on Hollywood Walk of Fame after vandalism
Fans laid flowers on the singer's star after her death, but vandals scratched her name off.
September 3, 2026Dolly Parton laid to rest alongside husband in Nashville
A private family funeral is held for the singer who died on Tuesday at the age of 80.
August 31, 2026How Dolly Parton's business savvy helped her succeed far beyond the charts
While country music and films brought her fame, her entrepreneurial zeal brought her fortune.
August 26, 2026The heart, hope and steely determination behind a musical legacy
BBC music correspondent Mark Savage looks back on the legacy of the "irreplaceable" late singer.
August 26, 2026Elton John, Oprah Winfrey and Paul McCartney join tributes to Dolly Parton
The tributes have included artists across musical genres, fans from all generations and politicians from all spectrum sharing their love for the country icon.
August 26, 2026How Dolly Parton told her life story through six iconic songs
A legendary singer-songwriter, her music covered themes around love, loss, female empowerment and spirituality.
August 25, 2026'We used flour for powder' - Dolly reflects on early life in 1979 BBC interview
The singer spoke candidly about her childhood in rural Tennessee, her family's poverty, and the determination that helped her rise to international stardom.
August 25, 2026Dolly Parton: A life in pictures
The singer rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most beloved entertainers in the world.
August 25, 2026Family announces death
Legendary country music singer Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80.
August 25, 2026Dolly Parton: The life of a legendary country singer
Iconic country musician Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, her family announced on her social media.
August 25, 2026Dolly Parton, queen of country music, dies at 80 - Reuters
Dolly Parton, queen of country music, dies at 80 Reuters
August 25, 2026Dolly Parton: The music legend who sang from the heart
The singer, songwriter and actress is known for timeless hits including Jolene and I Will Always Love You.
August 25, 2026Country music fan Kane leaves Ella Langley gig early to make curfew
Harry Kane and Dan Burn were among the England players at a concert of US country music star Ella Langley, but had to leave early to make their curfew.
June 20, 2026Ringo Starr: 'I made all my mistakes on stage'
Beatles star reveals all about his new country album, being a Sir and coming up with the phrase A Hard Day's Night.
April 23, 2026The Grammy winner bringing traditional country to new audiences
Zach Top discusses winning the first ever Grammy Award for best traditional country album.
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US country music star Ella Langley cancels show due to 'security threat'
Ella Langley apologised to her fans, describing her decision as "incredibly difficult" US country music star Ella Langley has said she had to cancel her sold-out concert in Tulsa, Oklahoma on Friday
Dolly Parton sings Jolene in Welsh in recording released after her death
Dolly's niece Jada Star and Welsh singer-songwriter Bronwen Lewis say the country singer was "proud" to sing in Welsh A new version of Dolly Parton's Jolene is set to be released, with parts of the s
Gavin and Stacey star Rob Brydon's regret at turning down Dolly Parton interview
Comedian Rob Brydon visited Dollywood in his BBC series Rob Brydon's Honky Tonk road trip Gavin and Stacey star Rob Brydon says he "regrets" turning down the chance to interview Dolly Parton after ch
Dolly Parton gets new star on Hollywood Walk of Fame after vandalism
Fans left flowers, candles and photos on Dolly Parton's star following her death Dolly Parton's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame has been replaced after the original one was vandalised following th
Dolly Parton laid to rest alongside husband in Nashville
A tribute concert was held at Nashville's Grand Ole Opry on Saturday Dolly Parton has been laid to rest, the music legend's great-niece has said. The singer had a private family funeral in Nashville
How Dolly Parton's business savvy helped her succeed far beyond the charts
Not many musicians would snub a chance to work with Elvis Presley. But when Dolly Parton did so, it made her millions. In 1974, after writing and recording I Will Always Love You, Parton was asked if
Heart, hope and a steely determination: Dolly Parton's musical legacy
In 1980, Dolly Parton was filming her first Hollywood movie, 9 To 5, and between scenes she had an idea for the tune that would become the movie's theme song. But her guitar was banned from the set -
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'We used flour for powder' - Dolly reflects on early life in 1979 BBC interview
Dolly Parton appeared on Michael Parkinson's BBC chat show in 1979, speaking candidly about her childhood in rural Tennessee, her family's poverty, and the determination that helped her rise to intern
How Dolly Parton told her life story through six iconic songs
Watch: "We used flour for powder" - Dolly reflects on early life in 1979 BBC interview The much-loved US singer-songwriter, actress and philanthropist Dolly Parton, who has died aged 80, was known as
Elton John, Oprah Winfrey and Paul McCartney join tributes to Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton: The life of an iconic country singer Sir Paul McCartney, Oprah Winfrey, Taylor Swift, Beyoncé and Sir Elton John have led a wave of tributes to music icon Dolly Parton, honouring her im
Dolly Parton: The life of an iconic country singer
Iconic country musician Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, her family announced on her social media. "Sadness lies with us, not with Dolly," Parton's nephew Brian Seaver said in a video announce
Dolly Parton: A life in pictures
Dolly Parton: A life in pictures Dolly Parton, the country music superstar from the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most beloved entertainers in the wor
Dolly Parton: Life of the music legend whose songs touched millions
Dolly Parton: The life of a legendary country singer Dolly Parton, the country singer from the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, will be remembered for her songs that told beautiful stories so honestly,
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Kane leaves country music gig early to make curfew
England captain Harry Kane and country music star Ella Langley Harry Kane and Dan Burn were among the England players who attended a concert of US country music star Ella Langley, but had to leave ea
Ringo Starr: 'I made all my mistakes on stage'
"Call me Ringo." That's what the former Beatles drummer says when asked if we should call him Sir. He joins us at the swanky Sunset Marquis hotel in West Hollywood where rock stars have gathered for
Zach Top Reacts To History-Making Grammy Awards Victory: 'This Is Insane'
Photo: Getty Images Zach Top made history as the first winner of the inaugural Best Traditional Country Album category at the 2026 Grammy Awards on Sunday (February 1). Top, 28, won for Ain’t In It
Zach Top Wins First-Ever Best Traditional Country Album Award
Country newcomer Zach Top became the inaugural winner of the Grammy’s newly added category, Best Traditional Country Album, on Sunday, Feb. 1, when he collected his award for his sophomore record, “Ai
The Grammy winner bringing traditional country to new audiences
It's been a whirlwind few weeks for Zach Top. Three weeks ago, the rising star of country music won his first Grammy Award, in the newly created category of best traditional country album. He says it