Dolly Parton, the American country music singer who rose from poverty in Tennessee to become a US cultural giant with hits like "Jolene" and "Coat of Many Colors," has died at 80, her family said Tuesday.

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.

Known for her unapologetically flashy style and soulful music, singer and philanthropist's smash hits included 'Jolene,' '9 to 5' and 'I Will Always Love You'

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

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