Dolly Parton pauses Vegas shows to focus on healing, shares hopeful update

TL;DR
Dolly Parton revealed ongoing health issues, including immune and digestive problems and kidney stones, which led her to cancel Las Vegas concerts and postpone dates. In a May 2026 video, she said she’s responding to medications and treatments but still has healing to do, while continuing work from home on projects like her Broadway musical Dolly: A True Original Musical and Dollywood; she also reflected on the loss of husband Carl Dean in 2025 and thanked fans for their support, signaling a return to performing when she’s able.
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