Looking back on Dolly Parton's groundbreaking career and music legacy
Country music legend Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80. Her family announced the news in a video posted to social media. NBC News' Chloe Melas reports on the icon's life and legacy.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:26:17 GMT

Dolly Parton through the years, in photos: From ‘9 to 5’ secretary to ‘Hannah Montana’ godmother
Until she died Tuesday at age 80, Dolly Parton was the beloved Queen of Country music.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:05:19 GMT

Fans and fellow artists post tributes to Dolly Parton
NBC News' Chloe Melas and Brian Balthazar discuss the range of messages pouring in for country music legend Dolly Parton, who passed away today at 80.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:26:13 GMT

Sen. Darline Graham thanks Trump after winning GOP Senate primary runoff in S.C.
Sen. Darline Graham expressed her gratitude to President Trump after her projected win over Rep. Ralph Norman in South Carolina’s Republican primary runoff. Trump recruited, endorsed, and campaigned for Graham after her brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham, passed away.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 02:36:30 GMT

Democrat Everton Blair defeats Rep. David Scott’s daughter in the special election for the late congressman’s seat
NBC News projects that Blair has won the runoff to serve the rest of Scott’s term in Georgia’s 13th District.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:39:04 GMT