Aug. 25 Becomes a Shared Milestone for Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton died on Aug. 25 after a brief cancer battle, a date Miley Cyrus says is personally meaningful due to their godmother‑goddaughter bond and key Aug. 25 milestones—like Cyrus releasing 'Used To Be Young' in 2023 and her 2013 VMAs moment. The two have maintained a close collaborative relationship, including duets and recent joint projects such as Parton’s 2026 remake of 'Light of a Clear Blue Morning' honoring her 80th birthday and benefiting cancer research. A private family memorial is planned, with fans encouraged to donate to Parton’s Imagination Library in her memory.
