Dolly Parton’s ongoing health battle forces country legend to miss major Dollywood event

Country music icon Dolly Parton was forced to miss a major Dollywood event Friday after her doctor advised her to stay in Nashville because of continued "health issues."

The 80-year-old "9 to 5" singer was expected to appear in person at the Tennessee theme park for the opening of its new NightFlight Expedition roller coaster, but she ultimately joined the celebration virtually after her doctor told her not to travel.

"I’m still in Nashville, and I’m sorry about that," Parton told the crowd during a video appearance at the event...