The country icon passed away on Tuesday (Aug. 25) at age 80.

Ella Langley performs on stage at The 61st Academy of Country Music Awards held at MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 17, 2026, in Las Vegas.

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Ella Langley, who continues to dominate the Billboard Hot 100 with her 19-week No. 1 hit “Choosin’ Texas,” is among those honoring the late country music icon Dolly Parton, who passed away on Tuesday (Aug. 25) at age 80 following a brief battle with cancer.

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