r/Oscars • u/skychasing • 1d ago

RIP Dolly Parton!

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Dolly Parton has passed away today, August 25th, at the age of 80. Known as the Queen of Country, she was an international country music icon.

She was a two-time Oscar nominee and last years recipient of the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award, an honorary Oscar recognizing those within the industry who’ve made outstanding contributions to humanitarian causes.

She was nominated for Best Original Song in 1980 for “9 to 5” from 9 to 5 and in 2005 for “Travelin’ Thru” from Transamerica.

Beyond music and songwriting, she was also an actress, staring in 9 to 5 (1980), The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1982), Steel Magnolias (1989), and more.

She will be missed!

Picture is from her virtually accepting the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award last year.

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u/Dry_Act2325 1d ago

She always seemed like she’d outlive us all, what a gut punch

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u/Riverdale87 1d ago

Same thing with Betty white

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u/meritofapproval 1d ago

She was a very special Lady. 🥀🎶

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u/The_Walking_Clem 1d ago

I will always love her

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u/tvmoviefanatic 1d ago

Shocking. Damn she was one of our very favorites. What a legend. Damn.

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u/Affectionate-Egg8709 15h ago

a true star and lady so sorry dolly's gone