The world lost an icon yesterday when Dolly Parton, queen of country, passed away at 80 years old. As the news spread, heartfelt tributes came pouring in across the internet—from Reba McEntire, Kacey Musgraves, Oprah Winfrey, and many more—honoring Parton’s musical talents, onscreen roles, and philanthropy. We at ELLE also took a moment to grieve, but we took comfort in the words of Parton’s 9 to 5 co-star and friend, Jane Fonda: “She doesn’t want y’all to mourn now. Dress up and celebrate her spirit.”
—Erica Gonzales, deputy editor, digital content
