Dolly Parton tributes pour in as stars mourn country music legend

The entertainment world and global figures have reacted with an outpouring of grief, love and respect following the death of country music legend Dolly Parton at the age of 80.

Fellow music icons, collaborators and Hollywood stars have remembered Parton as an irreplaceable artist, philanthropist and an “earth angel”.

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Taylor Swift says a world without Dolly does not feel possible

Taylor Swift said a world without Parton does not feel “possible, real or right”.

She described Parton as “the gift that kept on giving” and someone who taught everyone to be themselves.

Beyoncé remembers Dolly’s art and generosity

Beyoncé paid tribute to Parton’s individuality and the qualities that made her stand out.

“I am grateful for your art, your heart, your generosity, your humor, your entrepreneurship,” she wrote.

Reba McEntire says there will never be another

Reba McEntire mourned the loss of her friend and thanked Parton for everything she had done during her life.

“Thank you for all the wonderful things you did for us here on Earth… there will never ever be another.”

Elton John remembers an irreplaceable artist

Elton John said he was shocked and devastated by Parton’s death.

He described her as “a giant of an artist — unique and irreplaceable, with the kindest heart”.

Kacey Musgraves says the world feels less sparkly

Kacey Musgraves shared her sadness following the news.

“The world feels a lot less sparkly all of a sudden,” she wrote.

Musgraves also said she was glad Parton was reunited with her late husband, Carl Dean.

Billy Ray Cyrus remembers Dolly with love

Billy Ray Cyrus recalled memories of navigating tabloid rumours with Parton and her signature wit.

“I will always love her… with my whole heart,” he said.

Diane Warren remembers Dolly’s positivity

Diane Warren described Parton as a “hurricane” of positivity.

“You just never expect a hurricane to stop,” she said.

Hollywood stars pay tribute to Dolly Parton

Tributes also came from Parton’s Hollywood co-stars and other well-known figures.

Steel Magnolias co-star Sally Field described Parton as an angel on Earth.

“If there are truly angels on Earth then we have just lost one… there will never be another.”

Lily Tomlin, Parton’s 9 to 5 co-star, shared photos and described her as “the great harmonizer of humanity”.

Jamie Lee Curtis kept her tribute brief.

“Thank you, Dolly. For all of it.”

Reese Witherspoon, Drew Barrymore and Sarah Jessica Parker also publicly expressed their sorrow and heartbreak.

The Muppets honour Dolly Parton

The Muppets paid tribute to Parton on Threads, describing her as the “ultimate singer, songwriter, actress, performer, and philanthropist” who filled the world with light.

The messages from musicians, actors and former co-stars reflect the respect Parton earned throughout the entertainment world, both for her work and for the person those around her knew.

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