Dolly Parton’s Sister Asks for Prayers Amid Health Concerns: “Godspeed, My Dolly”
On October 7, Freda Parton, the younger sister of country music legend Dolly Parton, took to social media with a heartfelt plea, asking the world to join her in prayer amid Dolly’s recent health challenges.
“Last night, I was up all night praying for my sister, Dolly,” Freda wrote in a moving Facebook post. “Many of you know she hasn’t been feeling her best lately… I truly believe in the power of prayer, and I have been led to ask all of the world that loves her to be prayer warriors and pray with me.”
Describing Dolly as strong and deeply loved, Freda concluded her message with unwavering hope:
“With all the prayers being lifted for her, I know in my heart she’s going to be just fine. Godspeed, my Dolly, we all love you.”
Health Update and Tour Postponement
The post comes just over a week after Dolly Parton, now 79, announced a delay in her upcoming Las Vegas shows. In a statement shared to Instagram on September 28, the beloved entertainer revealed she was facing health challenges that required her to undergo several medical procedures.
True to her famously warm and humorous spirit, Dolly lightened the message by saying:
“Although it’s not the usual trip to see my plastic surgeon…”
But she quickly turned serious:
“Given this, I am not going to be able to rehearse and put together the show that I want you to see — and the show that you deserve to see. You pay good money to see me perform, and I want to be at my best for you.”
The rescheduled shows, originally slated for December 2025, have been pushed to September 2026, allowing Dolly time to fully recover and return to the stage when she’s ready.
A Recent Health Scare
While Dolly did not disclose specific details of her current condition, reports indicate that she had recently canceled a Dollywood appearance due to being diagnosed with a kidney stone, further raising concerns among fans and loved ones.
Fans Rally With Support
In the days since Freda’s post and Dolly’s announcement, fans around the world have responded with an outpouring of love, support, and — as Freda asked — prayer. For many, Dolly Parton represents more than just music. She’s a beacon of kindness, resilience, and grace, whose decades-long career has touched hearts across generations.
As one fan wrote in response:
“Dolly gave the world so much joy. It’s our turn to lift her up in prayer.”
For now, the country music world stands still — waiting, hoping, and praying for the full recovery of its most cherished star.