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Dolly Parton recorded a secret song to be released after her death
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Akim Powell , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· August 25, 2026
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Key points This is according to information reported in 2022. Dolly Parton passed away at the age of 80, leaving behind a legacy and this unreleased song.
A song recorded by Dolly Parton will be released after a waiting period. The song, called "My Place in History," is currently stored in a vault. It was written to be her final song. Parton had expressed concerns that the song might deteriorate before it can be heard.
The song is set to be released in 2045, on a specific anniversary. This is according to information reported in 2022. Further details about the song and its release are available.
Dolly Parton passed away at the age of 80, leaving behind a legacy and this unreleased song.
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Category: News ·
Published: August 25, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
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