Dolly Parton's 1977 Scotland performance she called 'one of the biggest thrills of my life'

"I just jumped up and down telling everyone."11:09, 26 Aug 2026Dolly Parton has passed away at the age of 80, with countless tributes pouring in for the country music legend from all across the world. The beloved American musician died following a brief battle with cancer, her publicist and family announced on Tuesday, August 25.‌Parton had fans and inspired people in countries all over the globe, and had many connections to Scotland. The 'Jolene' singer had Scottish-Irish ancestry on her father's side, partnered with the Scottish Government as part of her Imagination Library charity, and even penned a heartfelt letter to Dunfermline in 2023 after it was granted city status the year before.‌One of the biggest moments of Parton's career actually took place in Scotland, when she performed fo