Hours after sending fans into a frenzy, Dolly Parton’s sister cleared the air about the superstar’s health. On October 7, Freida Parton posted on Facebook asking for prayers for Dolly. She noted the star hadn’t been feeling the best.
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“I truly believe in the power of prayer, and I have been led to ask all of the world that loves her to be prayer warriors and pray with me,” Freida wrote.
Later that evening, she posted again on Facebook to clarify her earlier statement.
“I want to clear something up. I didn’t mean to scare anyone or make it sound so serious when asking for prayers for Dolly. She’s been a little under the weather, and I simply asked for prayers because I believe so strongly in the power of prayer,” Freida wrote.
“It was nothing more than a little sister asking for prayers for her big sister. Thank you all for lifting her up. Your love truly makes a difference,” she added.
Freida’s Posts About Dolly Parton’s Health Scared Her Fans
The first post made waves, and many people prayed for Dolly Parton’s health. Following Freida’s second Facebook post, fans shared their relief with a bit of humor.
“Listen, we can’t go on with this world without her until the Lord comes and imma just leave it at that. I want to be raptured with Dolly Parton lol,” one wrote.
“Girl you ‘bout to get a phone call from E News ! Lol. Got everybody in an uproar ! I saw you CLEARLY said ‘a little under the weather,’” another shared. “It was the ‘up all night praying’ that got everyone worried!”
This fan knew just how Dolly Parton would react to her sister starting rumors about her health.
“I can hear Dolly saying, ‘Freida, I appreciate the prayers, but I ain’t dying yet.’ Lol. No need to apologize, Freida. We all need to pray for Dolly and one another. This world is crazy right now,” they wrote.
We’re still praying for you, Dolly, whether you want them or not.
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