Dolly Parton has canceled her upcoming six-date [1] Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace, citing ongoing health issues.
The cancellation marks a rare public update on the health of the 80-year-old [2] country music icon, whose career remains a cornerstone of American music. This decision follows previous delays for the residency, which was originally scheduled for December 2025 before being postponed to September 2026 [1].
Parton said her immune and digestive systems have been affected over the last few years. She specifically noted that these issues include kidney stones and the use of medications that prevent her from performing.
"My immune system and my digestive system got all out of whack over the past couple of years," Parton said [3].
Despite the cancellation, the singer offered reassurance regarding her condition. She said that everything she is dealing with is treatable [4], though she is not yet ready to return to the stage.
"I still got some healing to do," Parton said [1].
The residency was intended to be a limited engagement at Caesars Palace in Nevada. The decision to cancel comes as Parton prioritizes recovery over the demands of a high-energy live performance schedule.
“"Everything I have is treatable."”
The cancellation highlights the physical toll of maintaining a professional performance schedule at age 80. By being transparent about her immune and digestive struggles, Parton provides a rare glimpse into the health challenges faced by aging legendary performers while maintaining a positive outlook on her recovery.
