Dolly Parton’s sister, Freida Parton, offered a detailed update on the singer’s health on Tuesday following concern from fans.
The country icon, 79, had postponed her Las Vegas residency shows last week by nearly a year due to an unspecified illness, sparking worry among her supporters.
Earlier in the day, Freida shared a heartfelt post expressing her concern for her sister. She wrote, “Last night, I was up all night praying for my sister, Dolly. Many of you know she hasn’t been feeling her best lately. I truly believe in the power of prayer, and I have been lead to ask all of the world that loves her to be prayer warriors and pray with me.”
Later in the evening, Freida returned to social media to clarify her earlier message and reassure fans. “I want to clear something up,” she wrote. “I didn’t mean to scare anyone or make it sound so serious when asking for prayers for Dolly.”
She explained that her post came from a place of love and concern, rather than alarm.
Freida further explained Dolly’s condition, writing, “Dolly has been a little under the weather, and I simply asked for prayers because I believe so strongly in the power of prayer. It was nothing more than a little sister asking for prayers for her big sister.” She expressed her appreciation for the outpouring of support, noting that fans’ love “truly makes a difference.”
Ending her update on a positive note, Freida shared her confidence in Dolly’s strength and resilience.
“She’s strong, she’s loved, and with all the prayers being lifted for her, I know in my heart she’s going to be just fine. Godspeed, my sissy Dolly. We all love you!”
Freida’s posts provided clarity and reassurance, reminding fans that while Dolly Parton is experiencing health challenges, she is supported by family, surrounded by love, and lifted by the prayers of her devoted fans.
