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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Hear, hear!👏 (& condolences for your brother as well!😔)

Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Very much agree!👍 I also try to donate as much as I can — clothes to the thrift store, food & toy donations at the holidays, etc. It feels gratifying to try to help in little ways like that, but I always feel guilty that I‘m not in a position to be an even more helpful philanthropist, like Dolly!😔💖

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Unfortunately one of them DID post that already over on Threads!🤬They were GLEEFULLY claiming that she died from the vaccines instead of cancer!🤦🏻‍♀️What kind of sadistic troll gloats over the death of a much beloved & genuinely goodhearted person like that who selflessly gave so much to help so many?😢💔

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Unfortunately one of them DID post that already over on Threads!🤬 They were GLEEFULLY claiming that she died from the vaccines instead of cancer!🤦🏻‍♀️ What kind of sadistic troll gloats over the death of a much beloved & genuinely goodhearted person like that who selflessly gave to help so many?😢💔🕯️

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Alex Zalben @azalben.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Here's the official announcement of Parton's passing from her reps, along with the request that in lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com

NASHVILLE, TN (August 25, 2026) – Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.

Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).

A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.

At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging @DollyParton or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com.

In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com.

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Awww..!!👏😭😭😭💔💖🕯️

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Exactly this!👏😭❤️💖🕯️

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You’re terrible Muriel! 🏳️‍🌈 @byways.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Republicans hated Dolly Parton for her positions on LGBTQ rights, AIDS activism and vaccine funding. They only backed off on attacking her because of massive backlash. newrepublic.com/post/182471/...

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Internet Rallies Around Dolly Parton After Bizarre Right-Wing Attack

A far-right outlet accused the musical legend of pushing a “false gospel.”

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Same here!😭💔💖🙏🕯️

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Chantzy @chantzy.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

She used her platform to destigmatize the condition, support the gay community and spread compassion. Here's to being on the right side of history 🙌🏼

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Chantzy @chantzy.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Decades before Dolly Parton helped fund research supporting Moderna's Covid-19 mRNA vaccine, she raised money for people with HIV and AIDS and joined the 90s "Break the Silence" campaign promoting AIDS awareness, sex education & condom use - at a time when doing so in country music took courage.

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

That’s pretty much what I just said too in my post on this thread!😄👍

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Yay!👏👏👏 Finally a voice for reason & tolerance in the Texas judicial system!✊

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Being a lover of books (& a writer) myself, I‘ve donated a lot of my books (& comic books too since I admit I’m an adult comi-nerd!😅) to the local “Free Library“ boxes; it’s certainly nowhere near the scale of what Dolly did, but I hope I’ve helped inspire at least one or two kids to read more!🙏📚

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Hear, hear!👏😭💔💖🕯️

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Mark Hamill @markhamillofficial.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

So much more than a Country Music Superstar. Philanthropist, humanitarian, defender of diversity & fierce advocate for the working class, she helped fund the Moderna Covid vaccine & donated 332+ million books to children. Thank you, Dolly. We will always love you.♥️ #RIP

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Dolly Parton, Hardscrabble Storyteller Turned Global Entertainer, Dead at 80

Dolly Parton, country music legend, dead at 80.

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

The 5 Simpsons lines I likely quote the most: “Lousy Smarch weather!” “Stupid farmers!” “He tells me to BURN things!” “I am so smart! I am so smart…!” “Hey, Spock! Whaddya want on your hot dog..?” (answer: “Surprise me..!”😂Delivered by Leonard Nimoy of course, in his underrated drily-funny cameo!😅)

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

NOOOO…!!😩NOT DOLLY!!😭💔WHY is it always one of the few genuinely GOOD, kindhearted & decent human beings who so selflessly give & help others, get taken before their time, yet meanwhile FAR too many deliberately-cruel, self-absorbed & Machiavellian Bad Guys continue to thrive?😪💔

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Some good ones!😅👍 I can’t believe that I forgot to put one of my all-time Simpsons lines on my list: “I call the little one Bitey!”😂 (tho at least I remembered to put one of my other fave Monorail ep. quotes on it: “Hey, Spock, whaddya want on your hotdog?”, “Surprise me!”😂 Good ol’ Leonard Nimoy!😁)

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Same here!😭💔❤️ I was already feeling awful from a debilitating migraine that I had just woke up with this mornin, but hearing that horrible news about Dolly right after I woke up really clinched it!😪 So nice to see that she being honored like this already!😭💔💖

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Thanks!😊I used to P.A. & Story Asst., but my lifelong passion has been cranking out specs for whatever I wanted to write for at the time (Trek, Frasier, Modern Family, Simpsons, etc.); but even tho everyone’s said my stuff is already tv-pro-level, I’ve never had an agent to get my stuff in the door!

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Those are some of my faves that I’ve probably quoted a few times, too!😅👍 And just about anything that Ralphie Wiggum says, especially— “That’s where I saw the leprechaun! He tells me to BURN things!”😅🔥(I actually used to have t-shirt with that on it!😁)I love his cheerfully-insane obliviousness!😂

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Dr. Sarah Parcak @indyfromspace.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Dolly's generosity of spirit alongside her countless millions given away shows us just how small and disgusting the the techbros really are. They could help to repair the world and instead they are stripping the copper off the wires.

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Timothy Caulfield @caulfieldtim.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

Q: How evil do you have to be to cut a Dolly book program? A: Pretty f*cking evil. Solution: Dolly for Prez! Dolly Parton Calls Out Indiana Gov Over Plan to Dump Her Imagination Library www.thedailybeast.com/dolly-parton... cc @drjengunter.bsky.social

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Dolly Parton Calls Out Indiana Gov Over Plan to Dump Her Imagination Library

The country singer started the “Imagination Library” nearly 30 years ago to encourage early literacy.

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Now that I think about it, I think Dolly would’ve made a good Granny Weathearwax! (Or Nanny Ogg, too?😅) She was such a strong & admirable human being — WHY did she have to get taken before all the more vicious & selfish Machiavellian Bad Guys who inexplicably continue to thrive in their cruelty?😭💔

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Hear, hear!👏😭💔WHY is it always one of the few genuinely GOOD, kindhearted & decent human beings/celebs (& an ACTUAL Christian!) who so selflessly give & help others, get taken before their time, yet meanwhile FAR too many deliberately- cruel, selfish & Machiavellian Bad Guys continue to thrive?😪💔

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Another beautiful “fancy frock” at the Schiaparelli fashion exhibit at the V&A Museum that I went to on my last full day in London!😍😭 #schiaparelli #victoriaandalbertmuseum #london #fashion #uk

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Part of the Schiaparelli exhibit at the V&A Museum, which I went to with the lovely @gillybroderick.bsky.social ! #victoriandalbertmuseum #schiaparelli #fashion #london #uk

haute couture dresses at the Schiaparelli fashion exhibit at the V&A museum in London

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

I know they’re cheesy, but I do get fascinated by the brightly-lit digital ads at Piccadilly Circus sometimes!😄✨(like Homer Simpson dutifully obeying what the billboards tell him to buy! “Why, yes, Mr. Leopard Man, I think I WOULD like a Schweppes, now that you mention it!”😂) #london #piccadilly

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Oops, sorry, didn’t notice the typo!🫣

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Did high-tea at Fortnum & Mason today! Only have a few days left on my London bday-trip & want to make the most of it, a bit of genteel “tea & civility” before I have to go back to the UN-civilized dystopia of LA!😅A tad pricey but worth it — good sandwiches & pastries!😋🍰🫖🍰 #fortnumandmason #london

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

One of my fave nighttime views in London!😍 One of the many beautiful views that always makes me wistful about wanting to stay here forever!😭🙏❤️🇬🇧 #london #londonphotography #londonnights #uk #londoneye

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

Just saw this at the BFI IMAX, in 3D!😍Very fun film & you don’t necessarily have to have seen the tv series (which I didn’t! I’m WAY behind on the Star Wars tv shows!🤭) to enjoy it; it‘s self-explanatory & a good stand-alone Star Wars adventure! #themandalorianandgrogu #starwars #movies #london

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Exactly thi!👏 (although I just saw it today & it didn’t even feel like that to me at all, so I’m not sure why they’re complaining like that!😄🤷🏻‍♀️ I thought it was a lot of fun & I hadn’t even seen any of the tv series either!👍❤️)

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

Love that scene!🤗❤️🥲 She’s such a great iconic/inspirational characte!😊👍

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Karen Simmons @karen511.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

I love that people in London actually BROWSE THE BOOKS & READ THEM instead of coming into bookshops just to sit & scroll their phones/laptops endlessly like they do in LA!🤗❤️📚(what few are left that is!😭Bookshops in LA are a vanishing species compared to all the good ones they still have in London!😭)

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