Dolly Parton had one final wish for Dollywood before her death and it showed just how much the famous theme park meant to her.
The country music star died at the age of 80, leaving fans around the world heartbroken.
Soon after the news, Dollywood shared a message about her final wish for the park.
Dolly wanted Dollywood to stay open after her death as she wanted the park to remain a happy place where families could spend time together, enjoy music and make memories.
The message also shared one of Dolly’s well known sayings, “the show must go on.”
Dollywood opened in Tennessee in 1986 and became one of Dolly’s biggest business successes.
The large park has many rides and attracts huge numbers of visitors every year.
Dolly also leaves behind a large fortune, said to be worth around $450 million.
Her money came from her music, business work and other projects.
Her husband, Carl Dean, died in 2025, and the couple had no children.
The full details of Dolly’s will have not been made public.
Dolly was also known for giving money to good causes. Her Imagination Library was one of the causes closest to her heart.
Her final wish means Dollywood will continue to welcome visitors in her memory.
