Parton was one of country music's most honored performers.

Dolly Parton died at the age of 80, Parton's nephew confirmed in an Instagram video acknowledging the award-winning superstar's death.

The artist was a star performer in country music, and went on to become one of the genre's most recognizable and universally adored ambassadors to broader popular culture.

Dolly Parton, country music legend, dead at 80.

Parton was one of country music's most honored performers.

Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80