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Dolly Parton, iconic singer and Illinois State Fair headliner, dies at 80

Dolly Parton, iconic singer and Illinois State Fair headliner, dies at 80

Dolly Parton passed away at age 80. She headlined the Illinois State Fair twice and had deep ties to Springfield through her Imagination Library program. A major cultural loss.

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Updated Aug 26, 2026
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