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The Last Gift Dolly Parton Left To Her Devoted Fans Will Warm Your Heart

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Dolly Parton has one last gift ready for her fans ― but they’ll have to wait until 2045 to hear it.

The legendary 9 To 5 singer spoke with HuffPost last year about the secret song she has buried in a time capsule at her beloved Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort.

Unfortunately, we have nearly 20 years until we can all hear it.

“It’s not supposed to be open till I’ll be 100, and which, that’s the day after tomorrow,” she quipped at the time.

“So I’m not supposed to say what it is, and who knows, I may be there to sing it,” the singer said at the time, though she also told HuffPost there’s no chance “they’ll let me dig it up” right now.

Dolly added: “I’ve wanted to say to them a time or two, ‘That song was so good! Can I just put another song in there? Can I dig that one up? Put something else?’. I thought, ‘No, that’s just a deal we made, and we’ll see’.”

“Some of you will be around!” the Grammy winner said of the 2045 release date, and added that the song “had a lot of meaning” to her.

“I thought very long and hard about what it should be saying, at that time,” she said. “So if there’s a way of playing it with the web music, and everything changes now, then I guess you’ll hear it then. If it’s disintegrated or something, then I guess you’ll know that I meant well.”

Dolly Parton at her Dollywood resort in 1988
Dolly Parton at her Dollywood resort in 1988

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Dolly’s family announced on Tuesday that the iconic singer and philanthropist had died at the age of 80 in a heartfelt video posted to her social media accounts.

The late star’s nephew and head of security, Bryan Seaver, spoke in the video.

He explained: “Dolly called me and said she wants to rest in a beautiful bed of plush cotton, because after a life wearing heavy rhinestones, she finally deserves to be comfortable and have some rest. Rest in peace, Aunt Dolly.”

Dolly’s reps later confirmed that the singer died after a “brief battle with cancer.”

The singer-songwriter asked that, in lieu of flowers, friends and fans donate to her Imagination Library foundation, which aims to ensure that all children have access to books.

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Dolly Parton, Country Music Singer, Has Died Aged 80

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Music legend Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80.

A pioneer in the world of country music, Dolly was best known for her cross-generational hits including I Will Always Love You, 9 To 5 and Jolene.

On Tuesday evening, her nephew Bryan Seaver announced the news of the Grammy winner’s death in a video message posted on social media, explaining that this was “something Dolly asked of me years ago, before I fully absorbed it as a future reality”.

“As her head of security for more than two decades, a role my father Larry held before me, I have imagined the heaviness of this moment, but haven’t truly felt it until now,” he shared.

“Sadness lies with us, not with Dolly,” he continued. “Dolly lived in the light and is in the arms of Jesus, surely.”

Her team later released a lengthier statement, celebrating the accolades she achieved in life.

“Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee,” they said. “She was 80 years old.

“A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family,” the statement continued.

“Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place.

“Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.”

For the past year, Dolly had privately undergoing what she described as “procedures” for a number of “health challenges”, the details of which she had chosen not to disclose publicly.

Dolly began her recording career in the late 1960s, releasing her debut album Hello I’m Dolly in 1967, including what would go on to become one of her early signature songs Dumb Blonde, showcasing the artist’s trademark wit with lyrics like: “Just ’cos I’m blonde, don’t think I’m dumb, ’cos this dumb blonde ain’t nobody’s fool.”

Dolly Parton pictured in 1977
Dolly Parton pictured in 1977

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Over the course of her time in the public eye, she released a staggering 49 albums, most recently 2023’s Rockstar, which preceded her introduction to the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame.

She was also a 12-time Grammy winner, and performed in Glastonbury’s famous “Legends” slot back in 2014, where the set included her self-penned offerings Baby I’m Burnin’, Why’d You Come in Here Lookin’ Like That, Coat Of Many Colours and Here You Come Again.

Outside of her music career, Dolly was also an actor, appearing in the likes of Steel Magnolias, The Best Little Whorehouse In Texas, 9 To 5 (for which she wrote the theme song) and the TV series Hannah Montana, sharing the screen with her goddaughter, Miley Cyrus.

More to follow.

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Father Of Hayden Panettiere’s Daughter Marks Late Actor’s Birthday With Emotional Post

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The former fiancé of actor Hayden Panettiere has shared a poignant message on what would have been her 37th birthday.

On Friday afternoon, the Ukrainian boxer Wladimir Klitschko – the father of Hayden’s 11-year-old daughter, with whom the actor was in an on-off relationship for the better part of a decade – shared a snapshot of the late Scream star on Instagram, thanking those who’ve shown “love and support” in the days since her death.

“Today is Hayden’s birthday,” he wrote. “Instead of celebrating the way we had planned, today we celebrate her life, her spirit, and the love she brought into this world.

“I want to thank all of Hayden’s fans, friends, and everyone who has reached out for the incredible outpouring of love and support. At a time filled with so much sadness, your kindness has reminded me that there is still so much good in humanity.”

Wladimir continued: “If you’re reading this, I ask just one thing: even if only for a moment, think about LOVE. Reach out to a friend. Forgive someone. Be kind. Love is a superpower. Use it.”

“Happy birthday, Hayden,” he concluded. “You are loved, you are missed, and you will never be forgotten.”

Earlier this week, Wladimir first paid tribute to the mother of his daughter in a lengthy X post.

“The announcement of Hayden’s tragic death saddens me deeply. She left this world far too soon,” he lamented. “Hayden was, although no longer my partner, an important part of my life and the mother of our daughter, Kaya.

“She built an incredible career through immense talent, while also facing the darker sides of a very demanding industry. Nothing will erase the times we shared or the place she had in our lives.”

“To our daughter Kaya, I will always speak of her mother with respect and make sure she remembers the person she was,” he continued.

“I extend my deepest condolences to Hayden’s parents, her friends, and her fans, who are also grieving today. Young and talented people like Hayden should not leave this world so soon.”

Wladimir Klitschko and Hayden Panettiere in 2011
Wladimir Klitschko and Hayden Panettiere in 2011

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Earlier this year, Hayden spoke candidly about the issues she’d faced throughout her time in the spotlight in her 2026 memoir, This Is Me: A Reckoning.

This included opening up about her past struggles with abuse, addiction and her mental health.

An investigation into the circumstances surrounding Hayden’s death is ongoing, with an autopsy report indicating earlier this week that there had been “no signs” of any physical trauma.

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Radio Presenter Trevor Nelson Shares Brain Tumour Diagnosis

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DJ and radio presenter Trevor Nelson has disclosed that he has been diagnosed with a brain tumour.

Back in June, Trevor announced he would be taking a step back from his work commitments on Radio 2 and Radio 1Xtra on medical grounds.

“After a routine check-up I was advised to have some follow up tests. As a result, I will be taking some further time off,” he said at the time. “As I’m sure you can appreciate with health issues, it’s important to deal with facts and not speculate.

“So I’m concentrating on getting better, being back to 100% me and to getting back behind the mic and the decks.”

On Thursday afternoon, Trevor shared a video on Instagram, explaining that he’d spent the last month at home recovering from brain surgery.

“A lot of you may have seen the post that I put up at the start of summer saying that I was stepping back from all my work commitments due to illness,” he began. “There’s been a lot of speculation as to what’s wrong with me, I know that much – my phone’s blown up 20 times over with people asking what’s wrong with me.

“Due to the love and positive vibes thousands of you have literally been sending me, I felt that I should at least tell you what was wrong with me, and what happened to me.”

He continued: “I’m not going to go into it all now, and I will probably deep dive into it at a later date, so you can hear the whole crazy story. But I’ll tell you this, I was minding my own business, and then it was discovered that I had a brain tumour.

“As you can imagine, I was shocked, in fact, my world was turned upside down. It was a shock to myself, my close family and friends, and you can imagine, quite literally, my head was all over the place.

“I knew I had to stop work because I couldn’t be that guy on the radio, knowing I had that going on. So affirmative action had to be taken, I was given my choices of what I could do, and a few weeks later, I had a very serious surgery. Thankfully, it went incredibly well, and in the last month, I’ve been at home, recuperating, resting and recovering, and getting some post-op treatment as well.”

Trevor insisted: “I can only tell you the truth, and the truth is, I feel great right now. I feel ready to come back, I feel energised, I feel almost back to myself. Yes, I’ve had a really serious situation, but I’ve come out the other side at this point. I feel great, I feel raring to go, and I feel in good health.

“I’m playing golf, I’m doing a bit of gym, I’m doing all the things that I normally used to do, bar being on the radio and doing gigs – so let’s get that straight, and let’s get that back to normal as soon as possible. So please, don’t worry about me. I’m on the mend, I really am.”

Trevor is currently a weekend presenter on Radio 2, and hosted a Sunday morning show on 1Xtra until his recent health issues.

Radio 2’s official Instagram account shared a message under Trevor’s post, which read: “Sending you so much love Trevor! Can’t wait to have you back.”

His former BBC colleague Clara Amfo said: “Thank God for your brilliant surgeons, you’re meant to be here UT! Love you.”

“So good to see your face Trevor and learn that you’re doing well. Huge healing love to you wonderful man,” wrote Zoe Ball, while Jack Saunders also commented: “So glad you’re feeling better [and] more like yourself mate. We need you. Sending all the love and can’t wait to have you back doing what you do best!”

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Perez Hilton’s Family Say Celebrity Blogger Is Receiving Inpatient Treatment

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Perez Hilton is receiving inpatient treatment two weeks after he was hospitalised following a mental health episode in which he appeared to self-harm during a TikTok livestream.

On Sunday evening, a fresh update was posted on Perez’s blog, attributed to his family, in which they said: “To everyone who has reached out, checked in, and kept Perez and our family in your thoughts, THANK YOU!

“At this time, Perez remains hospitalised and is receiving the medical care he needs. His treatment is continuing in an inpatient setting under the care of a dedicated team of medical and mental health professionals.”

They also shared that Perez’s team will begin updating his celebrity blog from this week onwards while he continues his recovery.

“For now, Perez’s health remains the priority as his team keeps the site active and moving forward,” they added.

Earlier this month, police officers were called to Perez’s home in Miami in the wake of a TikTok livestream in which he was apparently seen self-harming.

The former Celebrity Big Brother housemate – whose legal name is Mario Lavandeira – was subsequently taken to a nearby hospital for medical attention.

“Perez’s condition remains serious but stable,” his family said last week. “He experienced significant blood loss and sustained additional injuries that will require surgery in the coming days.

“His treatment and recovery will be a long process. We are grateful that Perez was able to spend time with his mother and sister yesterday.

“As our family remains focused on Perez’s treatment and recovery, we also need the space and privacy to care for everyone affected by this situation.”

Before that, the family had said their “highest priority” was helping Perez’s children – aged 13, 11 and eight – “begin to heal from what they experienced” following the episode.

They noted that his children, niece and sister had all been at Perez’s home before the livestream got underway, but “immediately fled to protect the children from witnessing any further trauma” when it “became clear that Perez was experiencing a severe mental health crisis and harming himself”.

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Gracie Abrams Has Her Say On ‘Nepo Baby’ Debate

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Singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams has weighed in on the ongoing discourse around Hollywood’s so-called “nepo babies”.

Debates about nepotism in the entertainment industry are nothing new, but the conversation has become much more prominent in the 2020s, thanks in part to a piece in New York magazine about the new generation of A-listers whose parents are already established figures in the entertainment industry.

The “nepo baby” label is one that has repeatedly been levelled against Gracie since her emergence on the pop scene, as her dad is Star Wars filmmaker JJ Abrams.

During a recent appearance on the New York Times’ Popcast, Gracie shared her take on the subject, admitting she thinks it’s “appropriate” that people are aware of the privilege she grew up around.

Gracie Abrams pictured with her parents, PR exec Katie McGrath and director JJ Abrams, in March 2026
Gracie Abrams pictured with her parents, PR exec Katie McGrath and director JJ Abrams, in March 2026

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“The nepo stuff is obviously in the discourse appropriately,” she claimed. “I think about the privilege there and… it’s like, I had a safety net, and that allowed me the ability to experiment and to concentrate.”

She continued: “I had the gift of time to dedicate to doing this thing I loved. I wasn’t growing up afraid financially, and that’s the biggest deal.”

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Gracie’s major breakthrough came in 2024 when her album The Secret Of Us spawned international hits like Close To You and That’s So True.

She also served as the opening act on Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, collaborating with the Grammy winner on the album cut Us.

Outside of her music career, Gracie has also made headlines thanks to her relationship with the Oscar-nominated actor Paul Mescal, with the pair hard-launching their romance at the Baftas earlier this year.

Discussing her relationship during her latest interview, Gracie claimed that being with Paul was “a part of my life that brings me so much peace and joy”.

“I’m not going to pretend like that’s not true, but I also think it’s not like an open-door policy,” she said of the media attention the two have received since they began dating.

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