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Dolly Parton has died aged 80 after a brief battle with cancer.

She said Parton had 'the softest heart' and 'a backbone of steel'.

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The singer spent more than six decades at the top of the music industry.

Journalist Dean Piper argues James Blunt was not the man in Panettiere yacht story.

The donation was made in memory of Kiwi actor Sir Sam Neill, the group said.

Lesley Vogel says Brian Hickerson's relationship with her daughter was codependent.

New York Times: 'She was in pain. She was afraid. She couldn’t function properly.'

Hayden Panettiere’s mother denies abuse and pressure over acting career

The long-time librarian took early retirement to become an actor.

The Kiwi actress calls out the film industry for its mistreatment of child acting stars.

The actor said Neutrogena dropped her after she discussed postpartum depression.

Hayden Panettiere’s former partner thanked fans for their support after her death.

Before his death, the 40-year-old described breathing problems in an Instagram post.

Zak, Zelda and Cody Williams intend curating photos and videos on the account.

The actress spoke candidly about grieving her partner for years before he died.

A property linked to Brian Hickerson was visited by police following the actress' death.

The actor's mother has spoken out about former boyfriend Brian Hickerson's presence.

She died peacefully at home surrounded by her family.

The actress' parents had long been concerned about Brian Hickerson, her mother says.

ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard has died aged 77 after six decades with the band.

Panettiere, 36, was the mother of Klitschko’s 11-year-old daughter.

The actor said the firm tried to drop her from its adverts after 10 years together.

The actor amassed millions through acting and high-value property deals.

An autopsy found no trauma contributing to Hayden Panettiere's death.

Paramedics rushed to the apartment and tried to resuscitate the TV star.

Mourners sang the Welsh singer's hits at her farewell in Swansea.

The actress died today, aged 36.