Miley Cyrus Helps Dolly Parton Find New Fans

Dolly Parton is no doubt a country music icon, with more than 75 albums, 25 No. 1 singles and countless Grammies, CMAs and other awards to her name. But to her newest fans, she's just 'Aunt Dolly.'

Parton's reoccurring role as Miley Cyrus' aunt on the wildly popular 'Hannah Montana' show has gained her a younger fan base. It's a newfound fame she's getting a big kick out of.

"I'm not a singer. I'm not a writer. I'm not a movie star. It's got nothing to do with me ... I'm famous now 'cause I'm Hannah Montana's Aunt Dolly," says Parton. "Little kids see me in the street and just point, 'Aunt Dolly!' or 'Hi, Aunt Dolly!' and it's just been so cute."

Off-screen, Parton is Cyrus' godmother. She calls the teenager a "little Elvis" and brags on Cyrus' mature songwriting skills in our candid Q&A with the star.

11 Questions With Dolly Parton

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