Multiple claims that Dolly Parton died at age 80 from cancer on Tuesday have circulated in sources including Vox and the New York Times, but these reports are incorrect as Parton remains alive. Her documented philanthropy includes support for early childhood literacy, disaster relief, and COVID-19 vaccine development, along with the operation of Dollywood theme park in Tennessee. Coverage has been limited to left-leaning sources, with no confirmation from center or right-leaning outlets.