Dolly Parton is sending love and gratitude to fans as she welcomes a new year after a challenging 2025. The country music icon continues to shine as a source of inspiration, reminding people around the world why she remains such a beloved figure.
Throughout the past year, Parton faced several health setbacks. In September, she was scheduled to appear at Dollywood for the announcement of the park’s new attraction, Night Flight Expedition, but had to cancel after kidney stones led to an infection. Soon after, she also postponed her planned Las Vegas residency shows due to unexpected health challenges, explaining that she wanted to make sure fans received the best performance possible.
Her health concerns continued into the fall, forcing her to miss a November 17 ceremony where she was set to be inducted into the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions Hall of Fame. In a heartfelt video message, Parton told supporters that her doctors had advised her to take it easy for a while, though she expressed deep gratitude for the honor.
Despite the difficult year, Parton closed 2025 on a hopeful note. In a New Year’s Eve video shared on social media, she wished her fans happiness and blessings for the year ahead.
“Can you believe it’s already time to ring in the new year?” she said. “As we say goodbye to the old and welcome the new, I want to wish each and every one of you a year filled with happiness and more blessings than you can count.”
Fans quickly filled the comments with messages of love and support, celebrating the legendary singer and wishing her good health and happiness in 2026.