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Dolly Parton Never Appeared Without Her Wig, Why Did The Country Singer Avoid Her Natural Hair Look?

Parton said the wigs spared her from blow-drying before every show and helped her match the big-haired look she admired in gospel and country singers.

Dolly Parton passed away at the age of 80 on August 25, 2026, following a battle with cancer. Her team confirmed that she died at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center surrounded by loved ones. A country music icon, she had a career spanning over six decades. Known for timeless hits like Jolene, 9 to 5, and I Will Always Love You, she won 11 Grammys. Apart from her music, Dolly’s fashion sense also made headlines over the years, specifically with her …
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Dolly Parton said 'wigs are my armor.' Why they meant so much to her

The late Dolly Parton loved a good wig. Here's why they meant so much to her.

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From the first hairstyles made alone, to the decision to wear a wig forever, Dolly Parton hairstyles are part of the history of American beauty

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The Tennessean broke the news in Nashville, United States on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
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