Dolly Parton recently provided a health update after missing two significant events this month due to ongoing health concerns. The country music icon, aged 79, was unable to attend the Hall of Fame induction ceremony for the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions held on November 17 in Orlando.
Dolly Parton’s Health Challenges
In a video posted on November 19, Parton explained that her doctors had advised her to avoid public appearances temporarily. She expressed her regret for not being able to attend the ceremony, stating, “I sure wish I could be with you in person today. … My doctors told me to take it easy for just a little while.”
Notable Absences
Parton’s absence was felt particularly at the 16th annual Academy Governors Awards where she was awarded an honorary Oscar. This marks the second major event she missed in less than a week. Her health issues have gained attention since she postponed her Las Vegas performances in September due to unspecified health challenges.
- November 17: Missed the Hall of Fame induction ceremony.
- November 16: Did not attend the Academy Governors Awards.
- September: Postponed performances in Las Vegas.
Public Statements
In a previous video on October 8, Dolly addressed her fans amid growing concerns about her health. After her sister, Freida Parton, urged fans to pray for Dolly, she reassured everyone that she was managing her health well. “I know lately everybody thinks that I am sicker than I am,” said Parton, countering rumors about her condition.
Parton shared that she was undergoing a few treatments at Vanderbilt University Medical Center while staying close to her Nashville home. She acknowledged that stress from her late husband Carl Dean’s long illness contributed to her current health challenges. Dean passed away in March at age 82.
Clarity on Health Status
Despite the rumors, Parton has stated multiple times that her condition is not severe. “There’s just a lot of rumors flying around,” she mentioned, reassuring fans that she has “nothing major” wrong with her health. “I’m not ready to die yet, and I don’t think God is through with me,” she concluded, encouraging fans to continue their prayers.
Dolly Parton remains a beloved figure, and her fans are hopeful for her speedy recovery as she continues to work on her projects.
