Flags to fly at half-staff for Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton attends the opening of Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum's new exhibit 'Dolly Parton: Journey of a Seeker' at Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum on May 19, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images)
To honor the legacy of Dolly Parton, flags over all federal buildings will fly at half-staff for the next week. President Donald Trump ordered flags lowered, saying, "There has never been anyone like her, and never will."
Big picture view:
Flags will be lowered starting at 6 p.m. and they will remain there for a one-week period, Trump wrote in a post honoring Parton. The beloved musician, actress, and philanthropist died Tuesday at 80 following recent health struggles that led to the cancellation of her Las Vegas residency, her family confirmed.
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What they're saying:
"Very sad to report that Dolly Parton, one of the greatest Country singers, and far beyond, EVER, has just passed away. This is a true loss for millions of people. There has never been anyone like her, and never will. In her honor, I am lowering the American flag throughout the United States for a one week period beginning tonight at 6:00PM. Rest in Peace, Dolly! The World loves you," Trump wrote.
The backstory:
Parton’s career spanned nearly 60 years, with iconic hits like "Jolene" and "9 to 5," over 100 million records sold, and roles in major films like "Steel Magnolias." Beyond music, Parton built a media empire and was known for her philanthropy, including founding Dollywood and donating millions to children’s literacy.
In March 2025, Parton’s devoted husband of nearly 60 years, who avoided the spotlight and inspired her timeless hit "Jolene," Carl Dean, died.
The Source: Information for this article was taken from Truth Social. This story was reported from Orlando.