"You really can't keep a legend down": Fans react as Dolly Parton posts new video following sister's request for prayers

Dolly Parton took to her social media to reassure fans that she is alive and well despite recent online rumors suggesting otherwise. The singer has been battling some minor health issues for some time. However, she recently posted a cheerful video from the set of a Grand Ole Opry commercial shoot and declared:

"I ain't dead yet!"

Fans reacted, saying:

"That is the Dolly we know and love! You really can’t keep a legend down, even health rumors can’t touch her. Bow down, peasants! 👑"

In the two-minute clip shared on her official Instagram, Dolly Parton addressed speculation about her well-being that began after her sister, Freida Parton, asked fans to keep her in their prayers. The post had sparked notable concern among fans and enthusiasts. Many assumed the singer's condition was worse than it was.

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Internet reactions to Dolly Parton posting a new video following her sister's request for prayers

Fans took to X (formerly Twitter) to share their reactions to Dolly Parton's update on her health:

"That moment when Dolly Parton says, “I ain’t dead yet” and suddenly your entire week feels manageable. Respect.", expressed a fan.

"her having to do this in the first place is the reason why this ai s**t has to get regulated", opined another.

"Haha, that’s classic Dolly! She’s letting everyone know she’s still alive and kicking despite the health concerns. True to her humor and spirit, she’s showing she’s strong and still going strong.", lauded a third.

Others also chimed in:

"THE QUEEN LOOKS HAPPY AND HEALTHY. BLESS YOU DOLLY", stated a netizen.

"Classic Dolly, always keeping it real and making fans laugh, even amid health worries.", penned another.

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What did Dolly Parton say in her new update?

In the latest Instagram video, Dolly Parton mentioned:

"I want to say something. Well, today's October the 8th, and obviously I'm here doing some commercials for the Grand Ole Opry, which is why I'm dressed kind of like a country western girl. But before I got started, I wanted to say, I know lately everybody thinks that I am sicker than I am. Do I look sick to you?"

Dolly Parton continued:

"I'm working hard here. Anyway, I wanted to put everybody's mind at ease, those of you that seem to be real concerned, which I appreciate. And I appreciate your prayers, because I'm a person of faith. I can always use the prayers for anything and everything. But I want you to know that I'm okay. I've got some problems, as I mentioned, back when my husband, Carl, was very sick. That was for a long time. And then when he passed, I didn't take care of myself. So I let a lot of things go that I should have been taken care of. So anyway, when I got around to it, the doctor said, we need to take care of this. We need to take care of that."

Speaking about her upcoming treatments, Dolly Parton added:

"Nothing major, but I did have to cancel some things so I could be closer to home, closer to Vanderbilt, you know, where I'm kind of having a few treatments here and there. But I wanted you to know that I'm not dying. Did you see that AI picture of Reba and me? Oh, Lordy. I mean, they had Reba at my deathbed. and we both looked like we need to be buried, but I thought, oh my Lord, but if I was really dying, I don't think Reba would be the one at my deathbed."

Dolly Parton concluded her statement, saying:

"She would not come visit me earlier, but anyway, there's just a lot of rumors flying around, but I figured if you heard it from me, you'd know that I was okay. So anyhow, that's what I wanted to say and I'm not ready to die yet. I don't think God is through with me and I ain't done working. So I love you for caring and keep praying for me."

Dolly Parton's recent health issues caused the postponement of her first Las Vegas residency in more than three decades. It was initially scheduled for December 2025. The shows have now been rescheduled for September 2026. The confirmed "Dolly: Live in Las Vegas" residency dates are as follows:

• Thursday, September 17, 2026, Las Vegas, NV, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
• Saturday, September 19, 2026, Las Vegas, NV, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
• Sunday, September 20, 2026, Las Vegas, NV, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
• Wednesday, September 23, 2026, Las Vegas, NV, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
• Friday, September 25, 2026, Las Vegas, NV, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
• Saturday, September 26, 2026, Las Vegas, NV, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace

For ticketing info, fans can visit Ticketmaster.

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