Entertainment & ArtsLIVEDolly Parton, country music icon, dies after brief battle with cancerIn an earlier statement confirming her death, the singer's team says she will be remembered as an "inspiration" and for her "wit, warmth, and kindness".Dolly Parton: Life of the music legend whose songs touched millionsThe singer, songwriter and actress is known for timeless hits including Jolene and I Will Always Love You.10 hrs agoCultureKate Hudson to make How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days sequel, 23 years onHudson and Matthew McConaughey, her co-star from the 2003 rom-com, could be reunited for the sequel.16 hrs agoCultureRussian stadium says it won't host Kanye West gigsTwo planned concerts are thrown into doubt, but Russian promoters insist they will go ahead.19 hrs agoCultureDolly Parton: A life in picturesThe singer rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most beloved entertainers in the world. 10 hrs agoCultureDolly Parton: The life of an iconic country singerIconic country musician Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, the singer's team announced on social media.10 hrs agoUS & CanadaKit Harington replaces Nicholas Hoult in HBO's Harry Potter seriesHoult was announced as Gilderoy Lockhart two weeks ago but has dropped out due to scheduling issues.20 hrs agoUS & CanadaDesigner's diamond watch cut off wrist, court toldThree men allegedly stole the Richard Mille watch straight from Catalin Botezatu's wrist. Songs created by AI banned from Australia's music chartsThe move comes weeks after a DJ admitted using AI to remix a Madonna song that topped the Australian charts.'Obsessive' Billie Piper stalker jailed for 12 monthsPhilip Jerome admits breaching a stalking prevention order designed to protect the ex-Doctor Who star.Race Across the World star dies year after sonFormer TV contestant, Jo Gardiner, 61, dies of cancer one year after her son's death in a crash.Dutch broadcaster pulls out of 2027 Eurovision Song ContestIt says contest can no longer be considered neutral while a participating country remains involved in a large-scale military conflict.Features & analysisCharity? Acting? The Cotswolds? What will Harry and Meghan's UK life look like?The couple's return to the UK is imminent - and what they'll be focusing on here is gradually becoming clearer.GTA 6 leaks - a nightmare or a blip for the biggest video game of the year?Clips appearing to show the highly anticipated game have appeared online, but will they really hurt it?Drugs at their fingertips, intense pressure: Why child stars fall into addictionExperts told the BBC the pressures of childhood stardom can put actors at an unusually higher risk of substance abuse issues. Brandon Flowers: Is fame worth it? I'm not sure anymoreThe Killers frontman asks big questions on his third solo album, which takes a detour into country.Priyanka Chopra Jonas on making a film about love and caste inequalityPriyanka Chopra Jonas has executive produced The Cycle of Love, based on an Indian artist who cycled from India to Europe to reunite with his wife.Latest updates1 hr agoWhat was behind Dolly Parton's widespread appeal?The BBC's entertainment correspondent Colin Patterson looks at why the singer attracted such a range of fans.1 hr ago4 hrs ago'She was real' - Recording Academy CEOLegendary country music singer Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80.4 hrs ago6 hrs ago'Dolly made everybody feel they were her friend'US singer Darius Rucker speaks to the BBC about Dolly Parton following the news of her death.6 hrs ago7 hrs agoGasps as 9 to 5 cast announce Dolly's deathThe cast of Dolly Parton's musical, 9 to 5, was about to go on stage when her death was announced.7 hrs ago8 hrs ago'We used flour for powder' - Dolly reflects on early life in 1979 BBC interviewThe singer spoke candidly about her childhood in rural Tennessee, her family's poverty, and the determination that helped her rise to international stardom.8 hrs ago8 hrs agoHow Dolly became the world's most-loved starAfter the announcement of her death at the age of 80 – we explore what made the country singer and star so appealing to so many.8 hrs ago8 hrs agoDolly reflects on early life in 1979 BBC interview'We used flour for powder' - Parton reflects on growing up poor in 1979 BBC interview8 hrs ago8 hrs ago'I look like a woman but I think like a man''Get past the boobs and listen to what I have to say,' Dolly says in a 2023 interview with BBC Breakfast.8 hrs ago8 hrs agoDolly receives Hollywood star in 1984Legendary country music singer Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80.8 hrs ago...
