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

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.