Dolly Parton's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame has been vandalized with scratches, prompting dismay among fans just days after the legendary singer's death. A spokesperson for the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce confirmed the incident, stating that a fan reported the damage.
Ana Martinez, a spokesperson for the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, told the Daily Mail that the landmark had already been scheduled for repairs last week due to existing cracks. A crew had cleared away flowers, and the refurbishment is being handled by the Hollywood Historic Trust. The star is expected to be polished and ready for public viewing by Friday.
Video footage of the repair work was shared by Los Angeles-based radio station KNX, showing crews attending to the star after Parton's name was reportedly scratched off. The incident has drawn emotional reactions from fans online, with many expressing their sadness and disbelief.
"This hurts my heart so much," one fan commented, echoing the sentiments of many who were upset by the vandalism. Others speculated that the damage might have been caused by normal wear and tear, noting that the star had visible cracks prior to the vandalism.
Parton received her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1984. In the days following her death, the star had become a gathering place for fans to pay their respects. Parton, known as the Queen of Country, passed away last week after a private battle with cancer. She had been open about facing unspecified health issues in the months leading up to her death, though she expressed a desire to continue working. She was 80 years old.
The singer, celebrated for hits like "Jolene" and "9 to 5," had a career spanning six decades. She died surrounded by loved ones, with her nephew Brian Seaver sharing that her final wish was to "rest in a beautiful bed of plush cotton because after a life of wearing heavy rhinestones, she finally deserves to be comfortable and have some rest."
Parton was married to Carl Dean for over 60 years until his death in March 2025. He had largely remained out of the public eye, a preference Parton often shared with a sense of humor.
