Just moments ago, the Parton family, together with Sevier County Medical Center, released a solemn confirmation that Dolly Parton’s beloved sister, Cassie Nan Parton, age 74, is currently in critical condition at a hospital in Tennessee. The news has sent ripples of concern and sadness throughout the country, particularly among the millions of fans who have come to love not just Dolly, but the entire Parton family for their warmth, humility, and resilience.
Cassie, who has always been described as a woman of quiet strength, unshakable faith, and boundless devotion to her family, now finds herself in the center of a collective prayer. For decades, she has been a grounding presence in Dolly’s life—a steady hand and a comforting heart who, even while staying largely out of the spotlight, profoundly shaped the family’s story and Dolly’s path to success.