Dolly Parton's sister pleads for end to 'AI garbage' posts after singer's death

Dolly Parton’s sister Stella asked people to stop posting fake AI content after the singer’s death, saying the flood of material had added pressure and insensitivity for the family. Dozens of AI-generated songs, images and videos appeared after Parton died aged 80 on 25 August; one fan-made track styled as a Miley Cyrus tribute exceeded 1.5 million views despite carrying an AI label. Stella described such posts as misinformation exploiting loss and asked people instead to honour her sister’s example of tolerance and mutual respect.