Music icon Dolly Parton has revealed she skipped two high-profile events this month on doctor’s orders.

The 79-year-old missed attending the IAAPA Hall of Fame induction ceremony for her theme park Dollywood, which took place on Monday in Orlando, Florida.

Parton sent a video message to be played at the event, where she referenced the health issues that saw her postpone six Vegas shows in September. The gigs were due to take place in December.

“Well hey there, it’s Dolly,” she said in the video message for the event that celebrates amusement parks, zoos, museums and other entertainment locations. “And I sure wish I could be with you in person today, but you probably heard that I’ve been dealing with a few health challenges this fall, and my doctors told me to take it easy for just a lit

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