Miley Cyrus says final talk with Dolly Parton was about her new album Bass Persuades

Miley Cyrus, in an interview with Apple Music's Zane Lowe, revealed that her last conversation with her godmother, Dolly Parton, was about her upcoming album "Bass Persuades." Parton died on August 25, 2026, at age 80 after a brief battle with cancer. Cyrus shared that Parton advised her to use music as escapism and not cry during performances. She also reflected on their deep bond and how Parton influenced her career. Cyrus paid tribute to Parton on Instagram, saying she will always love her and wants to make her proud.