Hollywood, Nashville, and the world are mourning the loss of country legend Dolly Parton. The singer passed away on Tuesday, August 25, at the age of 80. Among those who are honoring Parton is The Young and the Restless alum Alyvia Alyn Lind.
Key Takeaways
- Parton passed away on August 25th after battling many health issues.
- Lind played Parton in a made-for-TV movie.
- Lind wrote a heartfelt tribute to the singer.
Alyvia Alyn Lind Says Dolly Parton Changed Her Life
Tributes are pouring in for Parton, who was just as famous for her philanthropy as her music and acting. Parton touched many lives, including Y&R alum, Lind.
Lind was just eight years old when she was cast to play a young Parton in the autobiographical film Coat of Many Colors. The young star formed a bond with Parton while working on the movie and its sequel, Christmas of Many Colors: Circle of Love. When news broke about Parton’s death, Lind honored her mentor with a heartfelt Instagram post.
“I’m truly at a loss for words. There are some people who come into your life and leave a mark that can never be erased. Dolly was one of those people.”
Lind shared a collection of photos of her and Parton singing together and smiling for the camera. “I will forever be grateful that I had the privilege of knowing her, learning from her, and carrying a piece of her with me through such an important and formative part of my childhood.”
The Daytime Emmy nominee went on to say that Dolly not only changed her life, but her heart. Lind said the memories, lessons, laughter, and light from Parton would be something she’d carry with her for the rest of her life.
“The world will never be the same without her, but that light will live on in all of us who were lucky enough to experience it. Thank you for believing in me, for teaching me, for letting me be a small part of your story, and for being such a meaningful part of mine.”
The world has lost an icon with Parton’s passing. But her legacy shines on through her work, philanthropy, and the lives she touched.
