Dolly Parton, who died at 80 in Nashville on August 25, came from a poor Tennessee family and often drew from her childhood experiences in her music. One of her most personal memories was being mocked at school for wearing a coat her mother had made from scraps of fabric. Years later, Parton turned that painful experience into “Coat of Many Colors”, a song about family, love and finding richness in what money cannot buy.

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'

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.

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

Dolly Parton, the legendary American country singer, songwriter and actress, died on Tuesday aged 80, her family said.

Music and film icon Dolly Parton has died

Parton broke barriers as a performer, businesswoman and advocate for children, literacy and health care