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Miley Cyrus Honors Dolly Parton at Hollywood Bowl
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In Short: Miley Cyrus paid an emotional tribute to her late godmother, Dolly Parton, during a concert at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on October 16.
Miley Cyrus paid an emotional tribute to her late godmother, Dolly Parton, during a concert at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on October 16. Cyrus, 33, performed an emotional rendition of Parton’s 1973 hit song 'Jolene,' with an image of Parton appearing on stage behind her.
Cyrus reflected on her special bond with Parton, who died in August at the age of 80. She said, 'Me and Dolly, we are eternal. Nothing in this life could ever tear us apart.'
During the concert, Cyrus shared that Parton had opened her show with the Hannah Montana theme song, 'The Best of Both Worlds,' and had told the audience that Cyrus was watching the show with them. Cyrus also mentioned that the only time she saw Parton perform live was at the Hollywood Bowl.
Cyrus recalled a recent conversation with Parton, saying, '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.'
Cyrus also held a heart-shaped framed photo of Parton during the concert, further honoring her godmother. She expressed her deep connection with Parton, noting that they had a special bond that went beyond their public personas.
In a recent interview, Cyrus reflected on the last time she spoke with Parton before her passing. She said, '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.'
Cyrus also shared that Parton had become her godmother when she was born in 1992, and that Parton had appeared as Aunt Dolly on 'Hannah Montana.' She added, 'Every Tuesday about this time, before the sun came up and the world was still asleep, she and I, for many years, had our coffee together over the phone.'
Cyrus concluded her tribute by saying, 'The mark she left on music, our culture, and the human spirit is greater than any of us could ever hope to leave behind.'
What this adds
Cyrus also mentioned that Parton had announced her presence to the audience, much to Cyrus' embarrassment, and that she had asked Parton to let her enjoy one of her concerts as a regular fan.
What's confirmed
- Miley Cyrus is getting emotional as she pays tribute to her late godmother Dolly Parton.
- “Some of the greatest music that we have today was written, produced and performed by my Aunt Dolly.” Miley then sang an emotional rendition of Dolly ‘s 1973 hit song “Jolene” as an image of her beloved “Aunt Dolly” appeared on stage behind her.
- During her show, Miley broke down in tears as she reflected on her special bond with the country music legend, who died in August at the age of 80.
- “Me and Dolly, we are eternal. Nothing in this life could ever tear us apart,” Miley said on stage.
- “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,” Cyrus wrote.
What's still developing
- Parton then proudly announced to the entire audience that her famous goddaughter was sitting among them — much to Cyrus’ embarrassment.
- Despite agreeing to let Cyrus enjoy the show as a regular fan, the “9 to 5” singer kicked off her performance with “The Best of Both Worlds,” the theme song from Cyrus’ hit Disney Channel series, “Hannah Montana.” By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
- The “Wrecking Ball” hitmaker later honored Parton again during the concert by holding a heart-shaped framed photo of the music icon.
- Looking back on the sweet moment, Cyrus explained that she now cherishes the memory more than ever.
- The former Disney Channel star recalled asking her godmother to let her enjoy one of her Hollywood Bowl concerts without being pulled onstage to perform alongside her.
- The “Bass Persuades” singer began by sharing memories with Parton, telling the audience she was partly inspired to play the venue because it was where she saw her godmother perform.
- "To imagine a world without @dollyparton is almost unthinkable," she began on Instagram.
- "When Mom passed, Dolly showed up for me in a way I'll never forget," she continued.
- "Being little farm girls we've continued to be early risers."
- "I have so many moments and memories with Dolly, it’s hard to know where to start," he explained on Instagram.
- "I will always love her in the same way ….. with my whole heart … and I always will."