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Trump orders flags to be lowered for Dolly Parton: ‘There has never been anyone like her, and never will’
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Emily Van de Riet , as published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· August 25, 2026
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Key points President Donald Trump has announced that American flags will be lowered in her honor. The flag lowering will take place for one week, starting at 6:00PM.
A country music icon has passed away. President Donald Trump has announced that American flags will be lowered in her honor. The president described her as a great loss for millions of people, saying she was unique and irreplaceable. Her career included many notable songs.
The flag lowering will take place for one week, starting at 6:00PM. The president made the announcement after her death was reported.
Further details about the country music icon's life and career are available from the source, including a look at some of her most notable works.
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Published: August 25, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
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