Dolly Parton announced the postponement of concerts in Las Vegas due to health issues
29 september 2025 в 17:37
Dolly Parton shocked fans in September 2025 when she announced the postponement of her performances in Las Vegas due to «health issues». Since the 79-year-old hitmaker of «Jolene» had not previously had any obvious health problems, many are wondering what is happening with Dolly and if she is ill.
Below, Hollywood Life breaks down what we already know about Dolly’s condition.
Dolly announced in an Instagram post on September 28, 2025, that she is postponing her concerts in Las Vegas due to «health issues».
«I want my fans and the audience to hear this directly from me, unfortunately, I need to postpone my upcoming concerts in Las Vegas», - Dolly wrote. «As many of you know, I have some health issues, and my doctors tell me that I need to undergo some procedures».
Without specifying her current condition, Dolly added her characteristic wit to her statement, saying: «As I joked with them, it must be time for my 100,000-mile check-up, although this is not a usual trip to my plastic surgeon!»
At the time of publication, it is unclear if Dolly is suffering from any specific illness. She mentioned the need to undergo certain «procedures», - without elaborating on them in detail.
Dolly has not disclosed major health problems in the past. In her 2025 announcement, the Queen of Country noted that she can still «work on all her projects» at home in Nashville, but is currently unable to «rehearse and prepare for the show».
«Seriously, considering this, I won’t be able to rehearse and prepare for the show that I want you to see, and the show you deserve to see», - explained Dolly via Instagram. «You pay good money to see me perform, and I want to be in the best shape for you. Although I can still work on all my projects from here, in Nashville, I just need a little time to prepare for the show, as they say».
No, Dolly is not leaving the music industry. She dispelled any potential rumors, adding in her Instagram note: «Don't worry that I’m quitting the business because God hasn’t told me to stop yet. But, I believe He’s telling me to slow down right now, to be ready for big adventures with all of you. I love you and thank you for understanding»
Below, Hollywood Life breaks down what we already know about Dolly’s condition.
Dolly announced in an Instagram post on September 28, 2025, that she is postponing her concerts in Las Vegas due to «health issues».
«I want my fans and the audience to hear this directly from me, unfortunately, I need to postpone my upcoming concerts in Las Vegas», - Dolly wrote. «As many of you know, I have some health issues, and my doctors tell me that I need to undergo some procedures».
Without specifying her current condition, Dolly added her characteristic wit to her statement, saying: «As I joked with them, it must be time for my 100,000-mile check-up, although this is not a usual trip to my plastic surgeon!»
At the time of publication, it is unclear if Dolly is suffering from any specific illness. She mentioned the need to undergo certain «procedures», - without elaborating on them in detail.
Dolly has not disclosed major health problems in the past. In her 2025 announcement, the Queen of Country noted that she can still «work on all her projects» at home in Nashville, but is currently unable to «rehearse and prepare for the show».
«Seriously, considering this, I won’t be able to rehearse and prepare for the show that I want you to see, and the show you deserve to see», - explained Dolly via Instagram. «You pay good money to see me perform, and I want to be in the best shape for you. Although I can still work on all my projects from here, in Nashville, I just need a little time to prepare for the show, as they say».
No, Dolly is not leaving the music industry. She dispelled any potential rumors, adding in her Instagram note: «Don't worry that I’m quitting the business because God hasn’t told me to stop yet. But, I believe He’s telling me to slow down right now, to be ready for big adventures with all of you. I love you and thank you for understanding»
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