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Empire State Building Glows Pink for Dolly Parton in '9 to 5' Tribute

Empire State Building Glows Pink for Dolly Parton in '9 to 5' Tribute

The Empire State Building illuminated the New York City skyline in sparkling pink on August 25, honoring the late Dolly Parton at exactly 9:25 p.m. The precise timing served as a subtle, intentional nod to the country legend’s career-defining 1980 hit song and film, “9 to 5.”

The landmark’s hour-long display commemorated the singer, songwriter, and philanthropist who passed away at age 80. While the pink aesthetic became a hallmark of Parton’s glamorous, rhinestone-studded persona, the choice of color also highlighted her long-standing commitment to breast cancer awareness. In 2020, Parton performed the anthem “Pink” to support the cause, later receiving the Susan G. Komen Promise Award for her dedicated advocacy.

Parton’s death followed a period of declining health, which she recently attributed to neglecting her own well-being while caring for her husband, Carl Thomas Dean, prior to his 2025 passing. Her nephew confirmed the news of her death, with representatives later noting a brief struggle with cancer. Beyond the skyscraper’s tribute, President Donald Trump has ordered U.S. flags to be flown at half-staff for one week to honor the icon. Despite her deep association with pink, Parton revealed in earlier interviews that her personal favorite colors were white and yellow, noting they made her feel light and happy.

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