Trump orders flags to half-staff for a week in honor of Dolly Parton
Published: 2026-08-26
President Trump has ordered all American flags to be flown at half-staff in memory of Dolly Parton, who died Tuesday at the age of 80. “Very sad to report that Dolly Parton, one of the greatest Country singers, and far beyond, EVER, has just passed away,” Trump wrote on Truth Social, adding her death is a “true loss for millions of people.” The president added, “There has never been anyone like her, and never will. In her honor, I am lowering the American flag throughout the United States for a one week period beginning tonight at 6:00PM." “Rest in Peace, Dolly! The World loves you,” he concluded. Parton, a country music legend and philanthropist whose work spanned generations, died peacefully in Nashville, Tenn., her publicity team announced. “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,” the statement from True Public Relations added. Bryan Seaver, Parton’s nephew and former head of security, said his aunt “never saw a door she couldn’t open” during her life. “The doors she opened made and changed history,” Seaver said in a video message. “My family and I have shared a lifetime of beautiful memories with Dolly, but so have you. She has always been on your television, your record player, your CD and on your phone playlist, becoming an extended part of your family whether you like…
Originally sourced from The Hill