The Breakfast Club Dollie Parton isn't dying + AI IS TRAUMATIZING families of deceased celebs
Oct 8, 2025
Dolly Parton is taking a break from her Las Vegas shows to focus on her health, sparking public concern. In a reassuring video, she clarifies that she's not dead yet, despite troubling AI images circulating online. Families of late stars like Robin Williams and Martin Luther King Jr. express their distress over these AI recreations, pleading for them to stop. The discussion dives into the ethical implications of using AI to replicate deceased icons, weighing fan tributes against the trauma inflicted on surviving relatives.
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Dolly Postpones Shows To Prioritize Health
- Dolly Parton announced she must postpone Las Vegas concerts due to health procedures and the need to rehearse less.
- She emphasized she isn't quitting and will slow down to be ready for future adventures.
Well-Meaning Post Sparks Fan Panic
- Dolly's sister posted a Facebook plea for prayers which alarmed fans and sparked speculation about Dolly's condition.
- The sister later clarified she only meant a simple prayer request and did not intend to scare anyone.
Dolly Pushes Back Against AI Death Rumors
- Dolly posted a video directly telling fans she 'ain't dead yet' and explained she's receiving treatments at Vanderbilt and working from home.
- She also referenced an AI image that depicted Reba at her deathbed as an example of harmful rumors.