Dolly Parton was an advocate for her L.G.B.T.Q. fans. She also understood them, a meaningful bond in places where such recognition was hard to find.

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The singer had a serendipitous mixture of humor, humility and humanity. We could all stand to channel it a bit more

The moment that the world found out that Dolly Parton had died, I was in a hair salon in the reddest congressional district in New York state. The neighborhood on the shore of Lake Erie where I move every summer voted solidly for Donald Trump in 2024.

I often pass a lawn sign that has something misogynistic to say about New York’s Democratic governor, Kathy Hochul, and the mere mention of Kamala Harris’s name can bring derisive jokes. Of course, there certainly are liberals and independents to be found, but on balance the area leans right.

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Even as her talents and work ethic opened up the world to her, she kept coming home. For many in the complicated region she’s from, that meant a lot.

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Tributes have poured in for Dolly Parton, the pioneering country music singer, songwriter and actor, who has died aged 80. Stars including Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Oprah Winfrey and Paul McCartney have paid tribute to one of the world’s greatest music artists, with many praising her lifelong philanthropy and advocacy for literacy and LGBTQ+ rights. Lucy Hough speaks to Guardian deputy features editor Jenny Stevens

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After the musician and philanthropist died at age 80 on Tuesday, people came out in droves to celebrate her life

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Dolly Parton was one of the greatest singer-songwriters in country music and a pioneer for women throughout her career. The Guardian US's deputy arts editor Owen Myers reflects on a career and legacy whose impact transcends generations

• Dolly Parton dies aged 80 after cancer diagnosis

• Celebrity tributes pour in for Dolly Parton: ‘a gift to the world’

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The country music star kept her home state at the forefront of her music and work. “She inspired Tennesseans to be better,” one resident said.

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Few could match the bipartisan support that Ms. Parton received in public opinion polls. Not even Taylor Swift.

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The country music star, actor and philanthropist’s long and varied career spanned decades

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• Dolly Parton’s family say goodbye to their aunt, sister, grandmother - video

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Under new rules, recordings developed using generative A.I. will only be allowed if they are “substantially human-made,” the peak body says.

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Our colleagues at The Amplifier newsletter have music recommendations for the final sun-basking days of summer.

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