Miley Cyrus has released an emotional statement honoring her godmother and longtime mentor Dolly Parton following Parton’s passing. In an Instagram post, Cyrus expressed the profound nature of her grief while acknowledging that their most meaningful exchanges would remain private. The singer emphasized that she understood Parton would encourage her to channel her emotions into her art and maintain her strength moving forward.
Cyrus revealed that one of her final conversations with Parton centered on music and personal transformation. She described having “an angel by my side” and expressed compassion for everyone affected by the loss, noting that Parton’s impact extended far beyond her immediate circle. The tribute underscored the deep bond between the two artists, which had been cultivated over decades of professional and personal connection.
The relationship between Cyrus and Parton began before the singer was even born, when Cyrus’s father requested that Parton serve as his daughter’s godmother. Their connection strengthened through various collaborations, including Parton’s appearances on the Disney series “Hannah Montana,” where she played Cyrus’s character’s aunt. In 2024, the pair discovered they shared a distant ancestor from the 18th century, formalizing a family connection that had long existed in spirit.
Originally reported by Rollingstone →
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