- CNN issued an apology after accidentally broadcasting a photo of Dolly Parton tribute artist Kelly Vohnn during a segment covering the singer's death.
- The error occurred on Laura Coates Live approximately 11 hours after Parton's family announced her death at age 80 following a brief battle with cancer.
- Vohnn, a 58-year-old Las Vegas impersonator, stated she was heartbroken by Parton's passing and criticized CNN for failing to do proper research.
- Parton was an acclaimed country music icon and philanthropist who wrote more than 3,000 songs and earned 11 Grammy Awards during her career.
- Tributes poured in from around the world, with heartfelt messages from stars such as Paul McCartney, Beyoncé, Miley Cyrus, and Vin Diesel.
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