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Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin honor Dolly Parton's legacy after her death

Following Dolly Parton's death, her 9 To 5 co-stars Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin shared heartfelt tributes on social media. Tomlin called Parton 'The Great Harmonizer of Humanity,' while Fonda expressed devastation and celebrated Parton's activism and support for LGBTQ+ fans. Both emphasized Parton's enduring presence in their lives and culture.

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Parton's death drew tributes from across the political spectrum, with figures as divergent as President Donald Trump and the Democratic Socialists of America both expressing grief. Her 9 To 5 co-stars were among the first to publicly mourn, with Tomlin posting a photo of a young Parton alongside her tribute on X.

Fonda's Instagram post recalled their time filming together, describing Parton as a Tennessee native with a playful spirit and sharp insight into people. She also highlighted Parton's charitable work, including the millions of children's books she distributed, and directed LGBTQ+ fans to celebrate her memory rather than mourn, pointing them to Parton's angelic cameo in the final episode of Grace and Frankie.

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Parton's death may create a rare moment of cultural unity in a divided media landscape, as her broad

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