Dolly Parton, a country music legend, has died at 80. She had a career spanning nearly six decades, during which she wrote an estimated 3,000 songs and sold more than 100 million records. Parton was known for her support of the LGBTQ+ community, championing marriage equality and defending transgender Americans.

She also embraced drag culture, and her legacy as an LGBTQ+ icon has been cemented through various moments. Further details about her life and support for the LGBTQ+ community are available from the source. Parton's music and wit made her an American institution, with classics like "Jolene" and "9 to 5" remaining popular.