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Miley Honors Dolly: 'Eternal Bond' Revealed
17 Oct
Summary
- Miley Cyrus performed a tribute to her godmother Dolly Parton.
- Cyrus shared a cherished memory of Parton's 1992 performance.
- The singer expressed her enduring love and connection to Parton.
Miley Cyrus recently honored her beloved godmother, the late country legend Dolly Parton, during a concert at the Hollywood Bowl. Cyrus performed Parton's signature song, "Jolene," sharing an emotional anecdote from a past concert.
She recalled watching Parton perform at the historic venue in 1992, a night Parton had playfully incorporated Miley into by revealing her presence to the audience. Cyrus expressed feeling Parton's presence strongly, believing their bond to be eternal and a source of ongoing inspiration.
Parton, who was a close friend of Miley's father, Billy Ray Cyrus, since the 1990s, became Miley's godmother shortly after her birth in 1992. Their relationship spanned years, including collaborations on Miley's sitcom "Hannah Montana" and on Parton's "Rockstar" album in 2023.
Cyrus also participated in a charity single reimagining Parton's hit "Light of a Clear Blue Morning" in January. Following Parton's passing on August 25 at age 80, Miley shared a heartfelt tribute, emphasizing her continued love and commitment to honoring her godmother's legacy.
