Dolly Parton’s sister, Freida, has sparked concern after calling on fans to join her in ‘praying’ for the 79-year-old legend’s health
Posting to Facebook, Freida wrote that she’d been “up all night praying” for her sister, adding: “She hasn’t been feeling her best lately… I truly believe in the power of prayer… with all the prayers being lifted for her, I know in my heart she’s going to be just fine. Godspeed, my sissy Dolly.”
The plea follows a string of health setbacks for the country icon. Last month, Parton revealed she was battling kidney stones, forcing her to skip a Dollywood appearance.
Soon after, she postponed her Las Vegas residency — originally set to kick off in December — citing ongoing medical procedures.
Still, in classic Dolly fashion, the 9 to 5 singer managed to keep things light: “It must be for my 1,000-mile check-up,” she joked. “Don’t worry about me quittin’ the business — God hasn’t said anything about stopping yet.”
For now, fans are holding onto that trademark optimism — and sending love straight back to Tennessee.
