Dolly Parton's death sparks occult theories as old videos resurface with mystery hand gestures

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Dolly Parton's passing has led to a lot of discussion online, with some old videos resurfacing and being viewed in connection with occult theories. The Jolene singer died on August 25 at the age of eighty. The news of her passing was confirmed by her nephew Bryan Seaver through a video on Instagram, shared on Parton's account.

Also known as the Queen of Country Music, Parton was a ten-time Grammy winner with fifty-five nominations. She was also known for her generosity and philanthropy and has donated millions of dollars to support education and communities in need.

In the hours following her death, many social media users began recirculating old videos of Parton talking about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce while showing a hand gesture, fueling occult theories online.

More on the story below.


Old videos of Dolly Parton resurface after her death, prompting occult theories

On July 3, Dolly Parton uploaded a video on her Instagram, thanking Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce for the donation of $2 million dollars to Parton's Imagination Library. In the video, Dolly thanked the couple and jokingly asked if she could have their firstborn, calling it "one special baby," while praising their commitment to giving back. She ended the video by saying I love you to the couple.

While joking about having their firstborn, Dolly's index finger and pinky finger were extended, while the middle and ring fingers were folded with her thumb resting against them. Some online observers pointed out the hand, comparing it to the occult hand sign.

Another viral post claims that Dolly died when Miley Cyrus was thirty-three years old. The two share a close bond, with Dolly being Miley's godmother. The number thirty-three has since been linked to Parton's death, with online theories allegedly connecting it to the age at which Jesus Christ was crucified and to symbolism associated with secret societies.

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Fans in Tennessee mourn passing of Dolly Parton - Source: Getty

One more occult theory is circulating online, which involves the Dollywood sign, with online observers pointing out that the butterfly in the middle of the logo is connected to MK Ultra through monarch programming and mind control, with its transformation symbolizing the breaking down and reprogramming of a person's mind.

Dollywood is a popular theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, that opened under its current name, reportedly in 1986. The park offers rides, live entertainment, food, and family-friendly attractions, with the Great Smoky Mountains surrounding the property. Dolly Parton became a co-owner and partner of the theme park the same year, when Silver Dollar City was renamed Dollywood.

These interpretations are only theories circulating online and are mostly based on speculation and old videos and have not been supported by any clear evidence, official statements, or comments from Parton or her family and representatives.

Speaking about butterflies in an interview with W Magazine in 2021, Parton said that she liked butterflies because they are beautiful, harmless, and matched her personality, which is why she made them her personal symbol. Parton also released a song in 1974 titled Love Is Like a Butterfly and launched a perfume titled Scent From Above, which has a butterfly-shaped cap.

Fans continue to pay tribute to Dolly Parton after her death, sharing how her music and work have inspired and touched their lives.


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Edited by Vatsala Chauhan