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Dolly Parton was at peace when she died: Sister

Headline from FOX8 WGHP, from the development of Sep 10, 2026

Newest development Sep 11, 2026 · 3 reportsDolly Parton’s Final Request Was Prayer as She Looked Forward to Heaven, Sister Says

Dolly Parton often spoke of her deep faith and the role it played in her life.

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    Dolly Parton was at peace when she died: Sister

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    Dolly Parton’s Final Request Was Prayer as She Looked Forward to Heaven, Sister Says

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13 articles, oldest first.

  1. CBS News

    Stella Parton says sister Dolly Parton was "definitely prepared" and at peace when she died (opens CBS News)

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    CBS News's feed description

    Dolly Parton's sister, Stella, sits down with Gayle King for her first interview since Dolly's death to discuss her sister's legendary life. Stella Parton says the country star was "definitely prepared" and at peace when she died last month.

  2. CBS News

    Stella Parton says her sister Dolly was prepared and at peace when she died (opens CBS News)

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    CBS News's feed description

    Stella Parton gives insight into her sister Dolly Parton's marriage, makeup habits and views on death in an exclusive CBS News interview.

  3. FOX8 WGHP

    Dolly Parton was at peace when she died: Sister (opens FOX8 WGHP)

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    FOX8 WGHP's feed description

    Dolly Parton often spoke of her deep faith and the role it played in her life.

  4. The Hollywood Reporter

    Dolly Parton’s Sister Reveals Why Family Is Keeping Type of Cancer Private (opens The Hollywood Reporter)

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    The Hollywood Reporter's feed description

    Stella Parton also opens up about how the late musician reacted to fellow sister Freida's "praying" post that sparked fan concern and tells 'CBS Mornings' that she hasn't received any condolences from the Nashville community, a revelation that catches hosts Gayle King and Norah O'Donnell by surprise…

  5. New York Post

    Dolly Parton’s sister shares the ‘last thing’ the late singer asked her for (opens New York Post)

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    New York Post's feed description

    "My sister worked so hard for so long and just kept going. Even until the last conversation I had with her, she was working," Stella Parton shared.

  6. Fox News

    Dolly Parton’s sister reveals ‘last thing’ country legend asked of her before death (opens Fox News)

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    Fox News's feed description

    Stella Parton said that prayer was the last thing Dolly Parton asked for before her death from a brief battle with cancer.

  7. New York Post

    Dolly Parton’s sister puts country stars on blast for not sending condolences after singer’s death (opens New York Post)

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    New York Post's feed description

    Stella Parton speculated during a "CBS Mornings" interview that politics may be at play, citing her "activism on social media."

  8. Charisma Magazine Online

    Dolly Parton’s Last Request Revealed Following Country Legend’s Death (opens Charisma Magazine Online)

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    Charisma Magazine Online's feed description

    In the final chapter of Dolly Parton’s life, the country music icon had one simple request for her sister: pray for me. Stella Parton revealed during an interview with “CBS Mornings” that prayer was one of the final things her famous sister asked of her before her death.

  9. Christian Headlines

    Dolly Parton’s Final Request Was Prayer as She Looked Forward to Heaven, Sister Says (opens Christian Headlines)

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    Christian Headlines's feed description

    Dolly Parton's sister, Stella, offers an unprecedented glimpse into the legendary singer's final days, revealing her private battle with cancer, profound spiritual peace, and a poignant last request for prayer.

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