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Dolly Parton Misses Public Appearance on Doctor's Orders

The singer appeared virtually after her doctor said she should not travel because of dizziness and dehydration.

  • On Friday, August 14, Dolly Parton missed the opening of Dollywood's $60 million NightFlight Expedition in Nashville after her doctor advised her to remain at home. The 80-year-old singer appeared virtually instead.
  • Parton's doctor advised her to stay home due to dizziness and dehydration. She told fans, "Now I've told you before, all my fans, that I have had a few little health issues, and sometimes I get a little dizzy, and I get dehydrated."
  • The singer has composed over 3,000 songs, including "I Will Always Love You" and "Jolene," and has charted 110 career singles over 40 years. She also starred in films like "Joyful Noise."
  • Parton said she was undergoing "meds and treatments" and responding well, while her immune and digestive systems had been affected over previous years. She described feeling "swimmy-headed."
  • Regarding recovery, Parton said she hoped to be "up to snuff again soon," adding, "I'll see you down the road!" as she wished attendees a "fun day.
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Singer Dolly Parton, who cancelled her Las Vegas residency in May, suspended her attendance at an event in Tennessee for “health problems,” Variety says.

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