Dolly Parton Celebrates 80th Birthday with a Heartfelt Message

Dolly Parton is about to turn 80, but she won't be at her birthday party at the Grand Ole Opry. She shared this news on Instagram, saying she'll miss the celebration on January 17th in Nashville. Instead, fans will see other artists like Lainey Wilson, Vince Gill, and Rhonda Vincent performing her songs. In a video message, Dolly thanked everyone for the love and support. She said the Opry holds some of her favorite memories, but she can't make it this time. She promised to send her love to everyone there.The Grand Ole Opry is still planning a big celebration. They'll have cupcakes, special drinks, and even a giant birthday card for fans to sign. There will also be tributes to Dolly's music and career. This isn't the first time Dolly has had to cancel events. She postponed her Las Vegas concerts from December to September 2026. She said she's dealing with some health issues and needs time to recover. She joked that it's not her usual trip to the plastic surgeon but a more serious check-up. Dolly assured fans she's not quitting music. She said God isn't done with her yet, but she needs to slow down a bit. She thanked everyone for understanding and promised more adventures ahead.