Also known as: Dolly Rebecca Parton
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The Namibian
Dolly Parton died overnight aged 80
“The 'Queen of Country', who died overnight aged 80, was born Dolly Rebecca Parton.”
Dolly Parton: Sincerity behind the artificial imageThe Namibian
Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80
“United States country music legend Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, her family announced on Tuesday.”
‘Dolly will always love you’Windhoek Observer
Dolly Parton has died at age 80
“Country music legend and cultural icon Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, her family has announced.”
Dolly Parton dies at 80The Namibian
Dolly Parton released a new version of 'Light of a Clear Blue Morning' with Reba McEntire, Queen Latifah, Lainey Wilson, and Miley Cyrus
“As legendary country musician Dolly Parton celebrates her 80th birthday, she has released a new version of 'Light of a Clear Blue Morning' featuring Reba McEntire, Queen Latifah, Lainey Wilson and her goddaughter, Miley Cyrus.”
Dolly Parton turns 80, releases a new version of ‘Light of a Clear Blue Morning’The Namibian
Dolly Parton announced all net proceeds from the recording and music video will benefit paediatric cancer research at the Monroe Carell Jr Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt
“Parton also shared that all net proceeds from this recording and music video will benefit paediatric cancer research at the Monroe Carell Jr Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt in Nashville.”
Dolly Parton turns 80, releases a new version of ‘Light of a Clear Blue Morning’A Namibian columnist reflects on Dolly Parton, who died aged 80, arguing that despite her artificial appearance and public image as "fake," her real name and self-aware performance style reveal a deeper sincerity and performative savviness.
2 September 2026 · The Namibian →
A Namibian columnist reflects on Dolly Parton, who died aged 80, arguing that despite her artificial appearance and public image as "fake," her real name and self-aware performance style reveal a deeper sincerity and performative savviness.
2 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Dolly Parton, the United States country music legend, has died at the age of 80, her family announced on Tuesday through a video announcement by her nephew Bryan Seaver.
27 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Country music legend Dolly Parton has died at age 80, her family announced. Parton's six-decade career produced hits including "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You," and she was known for philanthropic work including her Imagination Library literacy programme.
26 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Albert Mazibuko, a founding member of the legendary South African choral group Ladysmith Black Mambazo, has died at age 77. Mazibuko was a member of the Grammy award-winning ensemble for 55 years and played a key role in shaping the group's isicathamiya sound, which gained international recognition through collaborations with artists including Paul Simon and Stevie Wonder.
8 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Albert Mazibuko, a founding member of the Grammy-winning South African choral group Ladysmith Black Mambazo, has died. He joined the group in 1969 and served for 55 years, later becoming a guiding elder and the group's main spokesperson.
6 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Country legend Dolly Parton celebrated her 80th birthday by releasing a new version of 'Light of a Clear Blue Morning' featuring artists including Reba McEntire, Queen Latifah, Lainey Wilson, and Miley Cyrus. Net proceeds from the recording will benefit pediatric cancer research at a children's hospital in Nashville.
20 January 2026 · The Namibian →