Dolly Parton will not attend her 80th 'big ol' birthday' celebration

Dolly Parton thanked fans in a video and said she will not attend the Grand Ole Opry's Jan. 17 'Opry Goes Dolly' event; she turns 80 on Jan. 19 and has postponed concerts while managing health issues.

Dolly Parton will not attend the Grand Ole Opry's Jan. 17 "Opry Goes Dolly" event, organizers and a video message indicate. In a social-media video, Parton thanked fans and said she would send her love instead of appearing in person. The Opry tribute will honor her 1980s-era music and include guest performers and themed activities. Parton turns 80 on Jan. 19 and has recently postponed shows while addressing medical procedures. Known details: - Parton posted a video saying she appreciated fans coming together and that she could not be there in person. - "Opry Goes Dolly" is scheduled for Jan. 17 and will feature performers including Lainey Wilson, Vince Gill and Rhonda Vincent, plus Dolly-themed elements at the Opry House. - Parton turns 80 on Jan. 19. - She postponed a Las Vegas residency and announced she was undergoing medical procedures after noting she had not been taking full care of herself following personal loss. - A spokesperson told Entertainment Weekly that Parton never had plans to attend the Opry celebration, and she missed a November IAAPA Hall of Fame event for health reasons. Summary: The Opry plans to proceed with its planned tribute without Parton’s in-person attendance, offering performances and themed elements for fans. The immediate milestone is her 80th birthday on Jan. 19; future public appearances are undetermined at this time.