American singer-songwriter (1946–2026) Dolly Rebecca Parton Dean was an American singer-songwriter, actress, philanthropist, and businesswoman. Dubbed the "Queen of Country", Parton was one of the most successful performers in the history of country music. She was also known for her cultural influence, particularly through Dollywood and the Dollywood Foundation. With more than a hundred million records sold, Parton was among the best-selling music artists in history. Wikipedia's most-read article for 2 days in a row: 9,359,153 views in all, peaking at 5,544,814 on August 25, 2026. Tue, Aug 25: 5,544,814 views Wed, Aug 26: 3,814,339 views Wiki link