Overview

• Freida Parton asked fans to pray for her sister in a Facebook post, then clarified she did not intend to alarm anyone and described Dolly as a bit under the weather.
• Dolly postponed her December Las Vegas residency after doctors recommended procedures and follow-up care, with dates now slated for September 2026.
• She will not attend the November 16 Governors Awards ceremony honoring her, according to industry reports citing her ongoing treatments.
• Parton said she is not retiring, noting she will slow her pace and continue working from home in Nashville.
• She previously cited a kidney stone that led to an infection and doctors’ advice not to travel, as fans rally online with #PrayForDollyParton.