NASA is remembering Dolly Parton following the country music icon's death at 80.The space agency posted a touching tribute about the musician on X/Twitter, referencing Dolly Parton's 1977 hit, Light of a Clear Blue Morning, while reflecting on her life and legacy. NASA Solar System wrote:"I can see the light of a clear blue morning / I can see the light of a brand new day."The heartfelt message concluded with a touching nod to Dolly Parton's place on Earth, writing:"Dolly, it was an honor to have traveled around the Sun with you."The tribute comes after Parton died Tuesday, Aug. 25, at age 80. Her death prompted an outpouring of tributes from fans, fellow musicians, celebrities and organizations.The country music icon's family also released an official statement following her death, remembering her legacy, philanthropic efforts, and generosity."Our beloved Dolly Parton spent her life and career bringing joy, laughter, hope, and integrity into everything she touched. Her unmatched generosity reached the lives of countless people whom she would never meet, yet she was always there to offer a helping hand."They went on:"Whether it be the hundreds of millions of books donated through her invaluable Imagination Library or funding research that helped create a lifesaving vaccine used around the world, Dolly's unconditional love for all people was the guiding force for her lasting impact."Meanwhile, Parton's Light of a Clear Blue Morning, a track off her album New Harvest...First Gathering, has long been associated with hope and moving forward after difficult periods.At the time of its release, it peaked at No. 11 and spent 13 weeks on the chart.Dolly Parton's generosity rememberedDolly Parton's legacy extended well beyond music.Through the Dollywood Foundation and her Imagination Library, she supported childhood literacy and education, while her philanthropic efforts also included healthcare, medical research, and disaster relief.The Imagination Library alone had distributed more than 300 million books to children around the world by 2025. This campaign was inspired by her father, who couldn't read.Her connection to space also has a personal link through Dollywood. In 1991, the theme park opened the Dolly's Home-on-the-Range attraction, while Parton's broader legacy has continued to reach audiences far beyond country music.Dolly Parton's Threads: My Songs In Symphony World Premiere - Source: GettyFurther, she funded scholarships to Sevier County students who wanted to attend Hiwassee College, offering $500 per student.Later on, she established a scholarship program offering $15,000 to five local high school seniors each year.The superstar also financially supported coronavirus research in 2020 by donating $1 million to Vanderbilt University, which enabled funding for research on the development of a COVID-19 vaccine.