Miley Cyrus Details Last Call With Dolly Parton Over New Album — SkimNews
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- Miley Cyrus detailed her last conversation with godmother Dolly Parton in a fresh interview with Zane Lowe, reflecting that 'though we were so different, that's what made us perfect for each other'
- Cyrus initiated the final exchange by sending Parton an advance copy of her new album, 'Bass Persuades'
- Cyrus now performs professionally under just her first name, 'Miley,' with the album's release continuing that rebrand
- Parton held a longstanding role as Cyrus's trusted first listener — 'Dolly has been the first person that when I ge[t]' (quote continues beyond the excerpt)
Why it matters: The interview lands as Cyrus prepares to release 'Bass Persuades' under her new first-name-only branding, with the godmother–goddaughter bond framing the rollout. For Parton, the final exchange underscores her role as Cyrus's original musical confidante — a relationship that outlasted their stylistic differences.
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