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Dolly Parton s Brother Passes Away After Cancer Battle Read Her Emotional Tribute
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Dolly Parton is saying goodbye to her brother,
Randy Parton.
The music legend took to her
Facebook page on Thursday morning to reveal that her younger brother died at just 67 years old after facing cancer.
In the heartfelt statement, the 75-year-old country crooner wrote that Randy is “shining in heaven now,” sharing that the family’s faith has helped them process the tragic loss. She explained:
“My brother Randy has lost his battle with cancer. The family and I are grieving his loss but we know he is in a better place than we are at this time. We are a family of faith and we believe that he is safe with God and that he is joined by members of the family that have gone on before and have welcomed him with joy and open arms.”