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Miley Cyrus pays tribute to godmother Dolly Parton: ‘I have an angel by my side'
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· August 26, 2026
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Key points Cyrus shared a social media post honoring Parton, describing her as her "fairy godmother". Miley Cyrus has paid tribute to her godmother, Dolly Parton, who died at the age of 80.
Miley Cyrus has paid tribute to her godmother, Dolly Parton, who died at the age of 80. Cyrus shared a social media post honoring Parton, describing her as her "fairy godmother". The post expressed Cyrus' grief and noted that their most sacred moments were private.
Cyrus wrote that Parton would want her to feel her emotions and continue on, being strong. She also mentioned that one of their last conversations was about music and metamorphosis. Cyrus stated that she will always love Parton and want to make her proud.
Further details about Cyrus' tribute to Parton are available, including her full social media post. Cyrus' message conveys her heartbreak and sense of loss, not just for herself, but for Parton's family, friends, and the world.
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Category: News Published: August 26, 2026 Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories Reading time: 1 min
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