Dolly Parton offered to try experimental drugs before her death, sister says

Stella said her sister was “always thinking of others” and people should “show more kindness” and “lift others up” if they want to honour her legacy.
Dolly Parton (Yui Mok/PA)

Dolly Parton (Yui Mok/PA)

Dolly Parton offered to receive experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future, her sister Stella has said.

The legendary country music singer died at the age of 80 on August 25 after a “brief battle” with cancer.

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