100 biggest concert tours 2026: See Dolly Parton, Ariana Grande, more

100 biggest concert tours 2026: See Dolly Parton, Ariana Grande, more

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. We’re going to start this article by posing a question. How many live events did you go to in 2025? A handful? A bunch? Too many? Did you cross getting … Read more

The surprising origin story of DeNiro’s iconic ‘ You talkin’ to me?’ line — and why Dolly Parton ripped off her nails for the Rolling Stones

The surprising origin story of DeNiro’s iconic ‘ You talkin’ to me?’ line — and why Dolly Parton ripped off her nails for the Rolling Stones

In July 1975, director Martin Scorsese went to the Greenwich Village club The Bottom Line to watch Bruce Springsteen play what would become a legendary five-night, 10-show stint. At one point, Springsteen, who was still evolving from a halfway decent frontman to rock ’n’ roll’s live dynamo, cued growing applause from the crowd with his … Read more

Miley Cyrus gives an update on godmother Dolly Parton after health challenges forced her to pull back from spotlight

Miley Cyrus gives an update on godmother Dolly Parton after health challenges forced her to pull back from spotlight

Dolly Parton won’t let anything stop her from working 9 to 5. According to her goddaughter Miley Cyrus, the country star, 79, is rising past her health issues from earlier this year. “She’s always gonna keep the show going,” Cyrus, 33, told Entertainment Tonight on Monday. “The show must go on. She’s just excited to get back … Read more

Dolly Parton rest stops hope to make life on the road, travel more enjoyable

Dolly Parton rest stops hope to make life on the road, travel more enjoyable

The queen of country music is bringing her Southern hospitality to Tennessee highways in an effort to make travel more enjoyable. Dolly Parton announced the roll-out of Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stops. The rest-stop areas will feature new and reimagined entertainment elements. “I have spent the bulk of my life on the road, and more specifically on a … Read more

41 great books to gift this holiday season

41 great books to gift this holiday season

Non Fiction Andrew Ross Sorkin (Viking), $35With his bestseller “Too Big to Fail,” Andrew Ross Sorkin dramatically portrayed the 2008 financial crisis. Now, across nearly 600 pages, he thrillingly brings the big crash to life, using newly recovered historical documents to give readers an inside account.  Geoffrey C. Ward and Ken Burns (Knopf), $80For history … Read more

Dolly Parton forced to skip Hall of Fame honor as doctors tell her to ‘take it easy’

Dolly Parton forced to skip Hall of Fame honor as doctors tell her to ‘take it easy’

Dolly Parton apologized to fans for missing another event as she continues to deal with “a few health challenges.” Parton shared a video message with fans after being inducted into the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions Hall of Fame. “Well, hey there, it’s Dolly, and I sure wish I could be with you in … Read more

Tom Cruise finally gets his Oscar moment with a lifetime achievement trophy at the Governors Awards

Tom Cruise finally gets his Oscar moment with a lifetime achievement trophy at the Governors Awards

Tom Cruise, at 63 still the biggest movie star in a room full of them, finally got to hold his own Oscar on a Hollywood stage on Sunday night. “Making movies is not what I do, it’s who I am,” said Cruise. He was composed as always, but at moments seemed near tears as he spoke, grasping … Read more

Dolly Parton, 79, opens up about aging after health challenges: ‘I cry easier than I used to’

Dolly Parton, 79, opens up about aging after health challenges: ‘I cry easier than I used to’

Dolly Parton isn’t afraid to get older. The country music legend, 79, opened up about aging in People’s new cover story published Wednesday, following her recent health challenges. “People say, ‘Well, you’re going to be 80 years old.’ Well, so what? Look at all I’ve done in 80 years,” said Parton, who turns 80 in … Read more

All of the health challenges Dolly Parton has endured

All of the health challenges Dolly Parton has endured

Dolly Parton isn’t hanging up her heels just yet.  The 79-year-old country music legend took to Instagram this week to reassure fans she’s still going strong after her sister’s public request for prayers sparked concern. “I know lately, everybody thinks that I am sicker than I am,” Parton said in a video posted on X … Read more

Reba McEntire slams ‘AI mess’ after Dolly Parton death rumors spread across the internet

Reba McEntire slams ‘AI mess’ after Dolly Parton death rumors spread across the internet

She’s an AI survivor. Country music star Reba McEntire slammed artificial intelligence this week after a series of AI-generated photos appeared to suggest Dolly Parton was dying, forcing the “Jolene” star to speak out and dismiss the rumors. “You tell ’em, Dolly,” McEntire, 70, said in a video shared to her Instagram Stories on Thursday. … Read more

Dolly Parton postpones Vegas residency to September 2026. Get tickets

Dolly Parton postpones Vegas residency to September 2026. Get tickets

Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. Dolly Parton is coming to Las Vegas…just a little later than expected. Due to a minor health scare, the 79-year-old country singer … Read more

Dolly Parton’s sister Stella slams fans for ‘attacking’ her about singer’s health: ‘Way out of line’

Dolly Parton’s sister Stella slams fans for ‘attacking’ her about singer’s health: ‘Way out of line’

Another one of Dolly Parton’s sisters is speaking out amid the country singer’s health woes. Stella Parton slammed fans for “attacking” her about the “9 to 5” singer’s current status in a surprising social media post shared Wednesday, Oct. 8. “To those with genuine concern for my big sister Dolly’s well being, she posted a … Read more

Dolly Parton, 79, speaks out about her health issues: ‘I’ve got some problems’

Dolly Parton, 79, speaks out about her health issues: ‘I’ve got some problems’

Dolly Parton is on the mend. The singer, 79, took to social media to set the record straight on her health, just one day after her sister asked the public to pray for Parton. “I know lately, everybody thinks that I am sicker than I am,” the country artist said in a video posted to Instagram on … Read more

Dolly Parton’s sister clears the air on singer’s health after asking for prayers: ‘I didn’t mean to scare anyone’

Dolly Parton’s sister clears the air on singer’s health after asking for prayers: ‘I didn’t mean to scare anyone’

Dolly Parton’s sister is clearing the air on the country music star’s health. On Tuesday, Freida Parton shared a statement on Facebook and asked fans to pray for Dolly, 79, who recently postponed her Las Vegas residency dates due to health issues. But in a follow-up statement, Freida clarified the extent of Dolly’s illness and why … Read more

Dolly Parton’s sister asks for prayers after country star postpones Las Vegas residency due to ‘health challenges’

Dolly Parton’s sister asks for prayers after country star postpones Las Vegas residency due to ‘health challenges’

Dolly Parton’s sister has shared an update regarding the country music legend’s worrying health issues. Freida Parton, 68, took to social media days after her famous sister postponed her Las Vegas residency to ask for prayers for the 79-year-old Queen of Country. “Last night, I was up all night praying for my sister, Dolly,” the … Read more

Dolly Parton, 79, postpones Las Vegas residency due to ‘health challenges’

Dolly Parton, 79, postpones Las Vegas residency due to ‘health challenges’

Dolly Parton has postponed her upcoming Las Vegas residency. The singer, 79, announced on Instagram Sunday that she’s dealing with “health challenges” that require her to push back her planned concerts in Sin City. “I want the fans and public to hear directly from me that, unfortunately, I will need to postpone my upcoming Las Vegas … Read more

6 signs of kidney stones as Dolly Parton cancels event because one was giving her ‘a lot of problems’

6 signs of kidney stones as Dolly Parton cancels event because one was giving her ‘a lot of problems’

Her kidney stone was giving her trouble from 9 to 5 — and beyond. Dolly Parton, 79, nixed an appearance at a Dollywood event celebrating the Tennessee theme park’s new NightFlight Expedition attraction this week after developing a kidney stone and infection. Parton addressed the disappointed crowd with a pre-recorded video message in a cheerful … Read more

Dolly Parton, 79, pulls out of Dollywood event over health issue months after husband’s death

Dolly Parton, 79, pulls out of Dollywood event over health issue months after husband’s death

Dolly Parton’s putting her health first. The “9 to 5” singer, 79, skipped a Dollywood event due to a painful kidney stone and infection. Parton missed a prescheduled trip to her beloved park and resort in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, on Wednesday, Sept. 17. Dolly Parton appeared in a pre-recorded video message shown to Dollywood parkgoers on Wednesday, … Read more

Dolly Parton’s Broadway-bound musical gets vicious reactions in Nashville: ‘Drag bar in Vegas’

Dolly Parton’s Broadway-bound musical gets vicious reactions in Nashville: ‘Drag bar in Vegas’

Working 9 to 5?  From what I hear, Dolly Parton’s new musical is going to need to be worked on 24/7, 365 to be remotely ready for its planned Broadway bow next year. Called “Dolly: A True Original Musical,” the show, which is produced by Parton, her frequent collaborator Danny Nozell and Ambassador Theatre Group, … Read more

Widow Dolly Parton shares heartfelt advice for Kelly Clarkson after Brandon Blackstock’s death

Widow Dolly Parton shares heartfelt advice for Kelly Clarkson after Brandon Blackstock’s death

Dolly Parton gives the best advice. The country singer, 79, drew on her experience losing her husband, Carl Dean, earlier this year as she offered heartfelt words to Kelly Clarkson following Clarkson’s ex-husband Brandon Blackstock’s death. “I think you just have to be grateful for the years that you’ve had with someone and you just … Read more