Dolly Parton is giving thanks after a difficult year.
After missing events as she continues to grapple with health challenges, the country music legend shared a heartwarming message to her fans on Thanksgiving day.
"Well hey! It's Dolly here, and I want to wish all of you and your family blessing this Thanksgiving," Parton said cheerily in a video posted to Instagram Thursday, Nov. 27. "I am so thankful for all of you and for the memories that we've shared through the years."
She nodded to one of her hit songs in her message. "So happy Thanksgiving to everyone, and just know that I will always love you."
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