Empire State Building lights turn pink in honor of Dolly Parton

Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · As published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · August 26, 2026 · 1 min read

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Country music legend Dolly Parton has passed away at her home in Nashville, Tennessee, according to her family. To honor her memory, the Empire State Building's tower lights were changed to a pink sparkle. The time of the lighting change, 9:25 p.m., holds special meaning as it references one of Parton's most famous songs, "9 to 5".

The Empire State Building paid tribute to Parton's legacy, acknowledging her impact on generations of fans and her philanthropic efforts. Further details about the tribute and Parton's life are available from the source.

The Empire State Building's gesture recognizes Parton's significant contributions to entertainment and philanthropy, including her work through the Dollywood Foundation and Imagination Library.

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Category: parks · Published: August 26, 2026 · Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · Reading time: 1 min

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Empire State Building lights turn pink in honor of Dolly Parton

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