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Dolly Parton reassures fans, asserting that she's not dying.
She said she appreciates the prayers and the concern.
Last week, she postponed her Las Vegas residency to next year.
After Dolly Parton postponed some future shows and her sister asked for prayers, many people have shared concern over the country music icon’s health, but she wants everyone to know that “I ain’t dead yet.”
In a video posted to social media on Wednesday, Parton addressed rumors about her ill health.
“I wanted you to know that I’m not dying,” she said.
“I know lately, everybody thinks that I am sicker than I am. Do I look sick to you? I’m working hard here,” she added. “Anyway, I wanted to put everybody’s mind at ease.”
She continued: “Those of you that seem to be real concerned, which I appreci