Miley Cyrus shares final conversation with godmother Dolly Parton before her death

Miley Cyrus disclosed details of her last conversation with Dolly Parton during a chat with Zane Lowe on Apple Music, noting that she had just informed the legendary singer about a forthcoming record. Cyrus highlighted Parton’s authenticity, saying it was this quality that attracted people despite her flamboyant image. She reflected on how Parton helped her navigate the duality of a public persona, referencing their shared history on the Disney Channel series where Parton played a fictional godmother.

The pop star also recounted Parton’s advice to let emotions flow during performances, recalling a moment when Cyrus broke down on David Letterman's interview and Parton urged her to accept the tears. The discussion occurred shortly before Parton passed away on August 25 after a brief battle with cancer at age 80.