Dolly Parton makes candid health confession after fan concerns saying 'I just didn't pay attention'

The country music legend, 80, has spoken candidly about ongoing health concerns after a cancelled Dollywood appearance

NewsWorld NewsEntertainmentThe country legend's last public appearance was in June22:30, 22 Aug 2026Dolly Parton has shared an update on her health(Image: Dolly Parton/X)Country music star Dolly Parton has said she overlooked her own health needs while caring for her husband, Carl Thomas Dean, before he died last year.

Dolly Parton has opened up about her health struggles after she was forced to cancel a scheduled appearance at her Dollywood theme park earlier this month

“I am dealing with some health issues that I just didn’t pay attention to when I was watching over Carl,” the "Jolene" singer said.

The country music legend missed the opening night of a new attraction at her Tennessee theme park earlier this month.

The country music legend missed the opening night of a new attraction at her Tennessee theme park earlier this month.

The legendary singer recently announced plans for her new museum in Nashville