Dolly Parton, 80, reveals ‘bad’ health update in new video
Dolly Parton, 80, has canceled her upcoming Las Vegas residency due to ongoing health issues, citing the need for more time to recover. In a social media video, she shared that while her health conditions are treatable and she is improving, she is not yet ready for stage performances. Parton also reflected on the first anniversary of her husband Carl Dean's death, expressing gratitude for fan support during this difficult period.
- ▪Dolly Parton canceled her six-show 'Dolly: Live in Las Vegas' residency due to health concerns.
- ▪She stated that her health issues are treatable and that she is improving with medical treatment.
- ▪Parton spoke about coping with the first year since the death of her husband, Carl Dean, who passed away in March 2025.
- ▪She previously postponed the Las Vegas residency from December 2025 to September 2026 before canceling it entirely.
- ▪Parton missed her 80th birthday celebration at the Grand Ole Opry due to her health struggles.
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Celebrity News Dolly Parton, 80, reveals ‘bad’ health update in new video By Eric Todisco Published May 4, 2026, 3:18 p.m. ET Dolly Parton is canceling her Las Vegas residency in the wake of her ongoing health issues. The 80-year-old country music legend shared the news in a social media video on Monday, eight months after she postponed the residency from December 2025 to September 2026. “I have some good news and a little bad news,” Parton said in her video. “The good news is I’m responding really well to meds and treatments and I’m improving every day.” 8 Dolly Parton confirmed in a social media message on Monday that her Las Vegas residency is canceled.
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