'I Have an Angel by My Side”: Miley Cyrus Breaks Silence on Dolly Parton's Death
- Miley Cyrus posted an emotional tribute to her godmother Dolly Parton, who passed away at age 80
- Cyrus revealed that one of her final conversations with Parton centred on music and personal transformation
- Billy Ray Cyrus also paid tribute, recalling the moment in 1992 when Parton agreed to become Miley's godmother
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Miley Cyrus has spoken publicly for the first time since the death of country music legend Dolly Parton, sharing a heartfelt and deeply personal tribute that has moved fans around the world. Parton, who was 80 years old at the time of her passing, was not only a music icon but a lifelong presence in Cyrus's life as her godmother.
Cyrus posted a vintage black-and-white photograph of Parton alongside a tender written message on social media, choosing her words carefully while making it clear just how profound the loss is for her.
The bond behind closed doors
Rather than laying bare every detail of their relationship, Miley Cyrus was deliberate about what she shared and what she chose to keep sacred. She wrote:
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"The feeling of losing my Aunt Dolly is beyond what feels right to share. Our most sacred moments were private, and they'll stay there behind the stage, beneath the glamour & between our hearts."
She went on to say that Parton's enduring spirit would push her to channel her grief into creativity. Miley added:
"What I KNOW is Dolly would want me to feel it, write a song about it, and then continue on and be strong. I have an angel by my side. I always have. One of our last conversations was about music and metamorphosis.”
The butterfly emoji she included alongside those words felt particularly loaded, hinting at a final exchange that touched on growth and transformation. Cyrus closed her message with a vow to honour her godmother's memory. She added:
"I will always love her and want to make her proud. My heart breaks for the world, her family and friends who will miss her deeply. We're in this loss together, and we will see her in all of the most beautiful things."
A lifelong connection
The bond between the two women stretches back decades. Parton famously appeared on the hit Disney series Hannah Montana as ‘Aunt Dolly,’ a role that mirrored reality in many ways. Behind the cameras, she served as a mentor and guiding figure throughout Cyrus's life.
Billy Ray Cyrus also paid tribute to Parton, reflecting on the deep ties between their families and recalling the memories of a 1992 tour, which was the year Parton formally agreed to become Miley's godmother.
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Fans were quick to respond to Cyrus's post
Unholysmiler wrote:
"Dolly Parton will live forever in our hearts and minds, as the legend, icon, philanthropist and rockstar that she is."
Alexjirachi said:
"We love you, and we love Dolly. 💗"
Bhaweshmehra3 offered:
"I'm so sorry for your loss. ❤️ The love you shared with Aunt Dolly will always remain a beautiful part of your heart. May her memory, music, and spirit continue to give you strength."
Watergypsy_ added:
"Said a prayer for you yesterday, Miley. I immediately thought about how hard this must be for you. How she loved you so. ❤️"
Ladysmith Black Mambazo paid tribute to Dolly Parton
Ladysmith Black Mambazo honoured the late Dolly Parton, who died at 80, reflecting on their decades-long musical bond.
The South African group collaborated with Parton on covers of 'Knockin' on Heaven's Door' and 'Peace Train' in the 1990s.
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