Country Music Icon Dolly Parton Passes Away at Age 80

Legendary singer-songwriter Dolly Parton has died at age 80, following a private battle with cancer that she continued to manage while caring for her late husband.

Parton, a global cultural icon, leaves behind a legacy of over 3,000 songs and numerous philanthropic initiatives, including the Imagination Library which provided millions of books to children.

Nashville officials are currently discussing plans to rename the city's international airport in her honor, as tributes pour in from artists and world leaders globally.