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Dolly Parton, who died at age 80, has been laid to rest after a private funeral in Nashville. Her passing was announced by her nephew, with a publicist later confirming a cancer diagnosis. Parton had requested a small service for immediate family and was buried next to her husband, Carl Dean; her niece Lainey Parton shared a heartfelt tribute reflecting on her aunt’s impact.
The Challenge star Tyler Duckworth was laid to rest in a private funeral at Augustana Lutheran Church in Grand Forks, North Dakota, with co-star Johnny “Bananas” Devenanzio sharing photos and delivering remarks from the pulpit; Greg Bennett-Cesarini also attended. Duckworth, 44, died earlier this month and his official cause of death remains undetermined; he had recently undergone surgery and was found unresponsive “up against the door” with reports noting a bathtub overflow and water leakage from a neighbor’s ceiling. A memorial pamphlet reading “Celebrating the life of Tyler” and Philippians 4:6-7 was circulated at the service.
David Hockney died aged 88; his funeral was held privately for just his partner Jean-Pierre Goncalves de Lima and his great-nephew, in line with his wishes. A London memorial is planned for spring 2027, with later memorials in Yorkshire, Paris and Los Angeles. Most of his works will be donated to foundations and public institutions. Tributes from King Charles and Keir Starmer highlighted his influence on art.