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DOLLY PARTON ANNOUNCES 2026 “ONE LAST RIDE” TOUR — A FAREWELL FIT FOR THE QUEEN OF COUNTRY
The world stood still this morning as Dolly Parton — the glittering heartbeat of country music for more than six decades — officially announced her 2026 “One Last Ride” tour. With a trembling smile and that unmistakable Dolly warmth, she confirmed what fans have both anticipated and feared: this will be her final worldwide tour, a farewell crafted with love, legacy, and the spirit of a woman who has never stopped shining.
The announcement came from the front porch of her Tennessee home, where Dolly spoke beneath a soft golden sunrise. “I’ve ridden this road a long time,” she said, “and before I rest these boots, I want one last ride with the people who carried me.” Those five simple words — one last ride with the people — sent fans across the world into an emotional whirlwind. Social media exploded within minutes, while country radio stations paused regular programming to honor the news.
This tour isn’t just a celebration of Dolly’s music — it’s a living tribute to her journey. Each stop will highlight a chapter of her life: the Smoky Mountain beginnings, the Nashville breakthrough, the Hollywood sparkle, the humanitarian triumphs, and the decades of songs that became the soundtrack to millions of lives. Rumors say Dolly is personally designing each show, choosing the setlists herself, and curating never-before-seen stories, photographs, and acoustic moments she’s kept tucked away for years.
But perhaps the biggest surprise is Dolly’s promise that this farewell won’t be sad. “Honey,” she laughed, “I’m not leaving y’all crying. I want fireworks, rhinestones, testimonies, and joy. If I’m going out, I’m going out glittering.”
Industry insiders are already calling it “the most anticipated farewell tour in country history.” Tickets are expected to break box-office records the moment they go on sale. And fans — young, old, and generations in between — are preparing to witness history.
Dolly Parton isn’t just performing one more time.
She’s closing her legacy with a celebration only she could deliver — bold, heartfelt, and unforgettable.
The Queen of Country is saddling up for her final ride.
And the world is holding its breath.