by Dolly Parton’s sister, Freida Parton, recently asked fans to pray for the country music icon. She shared her concerns in a statement posted on Facebook.
Freida expressed her worry about Dolly’s health and called on fans to join her in prayer.
“Last night, I was up all night praying for my sister, Dolly,” she said. “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. 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!”
Shortly after, Freida posted a follow-up to clarify the situation and ease concerns among fans.
“I want to clear something up,” she continued. “I didn’t mean to scare anyone or make it sound so serious when asking for prayers for Dolly. She’s 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. Thank you all for lifting her up. Your love truly makes a difference.”
The request for prayers comes amid recent health challenges that have affected Dolly’s professional schedule and prompted concern from her devoted fanbase.
The Mix reported that Dolly Parton has been dealing with unspecified health challenges that led her to postpone her Las Vegas concerts originally scheduled for December 2025. The concerts have been rescheduled for September 2026, marking a significant pause in her typically busy performance calendar.
In a recent Instagram post, Dolly humorously addressed her situation by comparing her upcoming medical procedures to a “100,000-mile check-up.” She assured fans that the procedures are not related to plastic surgery. She emphasized her commitment to delivering a high-quality performance. Parton also reassured her fans that she is not planning to retire from performing. She stated that God hasn’t told her to stop yet but is advising her to slow down temporarily, as The Tennessean noted.
The country music legend has maintained a robust career despite past health issues, including endometriosis and back problems. Distractify revealed that Dolly was recently involved in celebrating the 40th anniversary of her amusement park, Dollywood, in March 2025. This occurred shortly after the passing of her husband, Carl Dean, highlighting her continued dedication to her work and community.
The decision to postpone her Las Vegas residency has sparked concern among fans and the entertainment industry. Despite her history of resilience and work ethic, this pause has raised questions about the seriousness of her health challenges and their potential impact on her future performances. However, with her sister’s clarification and Dolly’s own reassurances, fans remain hopeful for her full recovery and return to the stage.
