The widely beloved Dolly Parton has died at age 80, and President Donald Trump has issued an official statement honoring the late "Queen of Country Music."
Parton's death was announced on social media Aug. 25 in a video message from her nephew, Bryan Seaver.
"Hey everyone, my name is Bryan Seaver, son of Cassie Parton, and I'm representing the Parton and Owens family today, announcing the passing of my aunt, Dolly Rebecca Parton Dean."
"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 get some rest. Rest in peace, Aunt Dolly, Aunt Granny, Gigi.
"May God bless Dolly Parton, and may God bless you all. She will always love you," Seaver concluded in the video statement.
Shortly after the news broke, Trump took to Truth Social to release his official statement, noting that flags around the country will be lowered to half-staff starting at 6 p.m. The White House quickly reposted Trump's post on X.
See post below:
"Rest in Peace, Dolly! The World loves you." - President Donald J. Trump pic.twitter.com/ZPf8IzybNe
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) August 25, 2026
