What This Story Is About
President Donald Trump said American flags will be lowered across the United States for one week in honor of Dolly Parton.
Why It Matters
The announcement follows Parton’s death at age 80. Her family confirmed her death Tuesday.
What Happens Next
Trump said flags will be lowered beginning at 6 p.m. ET. No public funeral or memorial plans have been announced by Parton’s family.
For Context
Family: Dolly Parton dies at 80
Catch Up
Music stars, politicians and more react to death of icon Dolly Parton
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – President Donald Trump said he is ordering American flags lowered nationwide for one week in honor of Dolly Parton.
“Very sad to report that Dolly Parton, one of the greatest Country singers, and far beyond, EVER, has just passed away,” Trump said in a statement. “This is a true loss for millions of people.”
Trump said the flag lowering will begin at 6 p.m. ET.
Parton’s family announced Tuesday that the singer, songwriter, actress and philanthropist died in Nashville on Tuesday at age 80.
“In her honor, I am lowering the American flag throughout the United States for a one week period,” Trump said.
A statement from her official social media account said “a small, private service will be held for immediate family” and that fans and friends are encouraged to pay their own tributes by tagging her in any social media posts and making donations to the Imagination Library.
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