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This is the story of Miley Cyrus saying goodbye to Dolly Parton, the woman she called "Aunt Dolly," after revealing what one of their final conversations was about. Miley's message was deeply personal, but just as striking was what she chose to keep private. Dolly Parton died on August 25, 2026, at the age of 80, after what her representatives described as a brief battle with cancer. The news triggered an enormous wave of grief across the industry. For Miley, though, this loss was different — Dolly wasn't simply a legendary artist she admired, she had been part of Miley's life since the beginning. One day after Dolly's death, Miley finally addressed the loss publicly, making clear that the deepest parts of their relationship weren't going to become public property. Losing her "Aunt Dolly" felt almost too personal to put into words, she said, adding that their most sacred memories would remain private, away from the stage and the glamour surround...