INDIANAPOLIS (WLKI)- A beloved voice in country music has fallen silent.
Dolly Parton, whose songs, warmth and generosity made her an international icon, died Tuesday at the age of 80 following a brief battle with cancer. She died at a Nashville medical center while surrounded by loved ones.
Gov. Mike Braun has ordered flags lowered to half-staff across Indiana in her honor.
According to the governor's office, the order applies to flags at the Statehouse and all state facilities. It took effect immediately and will remain in place until 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1.
Braun also encouraged Hoosiers to lower flags at their homes and businesses in memory of Parton.
President Donald Trump issued a corresponding proclamation directing American flags to be lowered at the White House, federal buildings, military installations and other federal facilities across the country and abroad until sunset Sept. 1.
Parton rose from a childhood in Tennessee's Smoky Mountains to become one of the most influential and beloved performers in American music.
Her career spanned nearly six decades and included enduring songs such as "Jolene," "Coat of Many Colors," "9 to 5" and "I Will Always Love You."
Parton sold more than 100 million records worldwide and received numerous honors for her work as a singer, songwriter and performer. She also appeared in movies including "9 to 5" and "Steel Magnolias."
Her influence extended well beyond entertainment.
Parton founded the Imagination Library to provide free books to children from birth until they begin school. The literacy program has distributed hundreds of millions of books to children around the world.
She also supported medical research, disaster relief and other charitable causes throughout her life.
Parton's representatives announced that she died after a brief battle with cancer. Her death prompted tributes from musicians, entertainers, public officials and fans around the world.
Indiana's flag order will remain in effect through Tuesday evening.