The world is still mourning the loss of country music queen Dolly Parton, who passed away on August 25. Now, her sister Stella Parton is opening up about the legend’s secret health battle and her heartbreaking final moments.
During an emotional interview with Gayle King on CBS Mornings, Stella revealed the very last thing Dolly asked of her.
The Dolly Parton final request prayer was simple but powerful. Stella shared, “That’s the last thing Dolly asked me for was prayer.”
Fans were shocked to learn that Dolly had been privately battling cancer. According to Stella, the “9 to 5” singer kept her diagnosis a secret because she simply could not bear to make her fans sad. She even scolded their younger sister, Freida, for publicly asking for prayers last October, telling her to keep the family business private.
Even in her final days, Dolly was thinking of others. Stella revealed that the country icon offered to take experimental cancer drugs, hoping that even if they did not save her, they might help someone else in the future.
Despite the tragic loss, Stella finds comfort in knowing her sister was completely at peace. Dolly was not afraid of passing away because she knew exactly where she was going. She was ready to be reunited with her beloved “Mama and Daddy” in heaven.
Dolly Parton’s incredible faith and selfless heart will truly never be forgotten.
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