Dolly Parton makes shocking chart history after death at 80

Dolly Parton is continuing to make history even after her death!

The iconic singer who passed away at the age of 80 on August 25, 2026, has most beloved songs soaring into the UK Top 10.

In the days following her death, her music reportedly received tens of millions of streams as fans returned to classics including Jolene, 9 to 5 and Islands in the Stream.

The renewed interest has resulted in a remarkable chart resurgence for the singer-songwriter. 9 to 5, which Parton wrote for the 1980 comedy film of the same name, has climbed to No. 5 on the UK singles chart, marking the song’s highest-ever position in the country. The track originally peaked at No. 47 when it was first released.

Meanwhile, Jolene has risen to No. 6. The iconic country track previously reached No. 7 following its original release in the 1970s.

Adding to the success, Dolly Parton's 1983 duet with Kenny Rogers, Islands in the Stream, has climbed to No. 9.

Furthermore, The 2022 compilation Diamonds & Rhinestones: The Greatest Hits Collection has climbed to No. 5 on the UK albums chart, its highest position since its release.

Syeda Waniya is a reporter with one year of experience, covering films, streaming platforms, and celebrity culture. She analyses content trends and audience reception, providing thoughtful insights into what drives popularity in entertainment while presenting stories in a clear, engaging, and accessible format.