Dolly Parton, by way of a social media post Wednesday, apologized for missing Monday’s Hall of Fame ceremony for the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions.
Parton, 79, was inducted into the IAAPA’s Hall of Fame for Dollywood.
“Well hey there, it’s Dolly,” she posted on Instragram. “And I sure wish I could be with you in person today, but you probably heard that I’ve been dealing with a few health challenges this fall, and my doctors told me to take it easy for just a little while.”
She also thanked her Dollywood business partners.
“And I’m truly sorry I can’t be there, but I sure wanted to take the chance to say, thank you for this incredible honor,” she said. “And to Jack and Peter, hey, thank you for being my partners and my friends for more than 40 years. You’ve been a blessing to me, and I love you dearly. You know, our partnership is truly special. I trust them, and they trust me, and they always listen when I come in with one of my big ideas and dreams.”
Last week, PEOPLE, which cited an anonymous source, reported Dolly Parton “is doing better every day.”
According to the report, the country music legend was spending time with loved ones and preparing for the holiday season.
“She is at home taking care of herself while many friends and family visit her,” the source told People. “In true Dolly spirit she has already started decorating for the holidays — her favorite time of year.”
Dolly Parton’s sister, Freida, clarified in October a social media post after she stated she was up all night with the country music icon and needed prayers.
“I want to clear something up,” Freida Parton posted in October. “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.”
In September, Parton, 79, told fans on Instagram she needed to undergo a “few procedures,” but wouldn’t be quitting the music business any time soon.
“It was nothing more than a little sister asking for prayers for her big sister,” Freida posted. “Thank you all for lifting her up. Your love truly makes a difference.”
