LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Country music icon Dolly Parton revealed that she’s an admirer of Taylor Swift.

During a recent interview while promoting her cookbook ‘Good Lookin’ Cookin’ along with her sister Rachel Parton George, she talked about the ‘Karma’ crooner.

What did Dolly Parton say about Taylor Swift?

When asked if she enjoys any new music from the trending singers like Chappell, Sabrina, or Taylor Swift of late, Dolly Parton answered, “I like them all. I’m proud of all the gals, and of course, Taylor Swift is amazing what she has done with her career.”

“I just admire her very much and how she’s handled her business, her personal life, and what all she has meant to so many young people,” the 78-year-old told Variety.

Parton emphasized the significant role Swift played over the years. “[She’s] been a great inspiration. And Lord knows we need some uplifting people and things this day and time. So I’m proud of all of them,” she said.

The ‘Jolene’ songwriter added, “The I’m old enough to feel like they’re Aunt or somebody that’s kind of looking down and saying, ‘Yay, you go!’ I think they’re all great in their own way.”

Fans hail Dolly Parton for praising Taylor Swift

Netizens celebrated both the legends and their incredible musical career over decades. One fan suggested that a collaboration between Dolly Parton and Taylor Swift will be a great idea.

A user shared on X, “Dolly Parton praising Taylor Swift as an inspiration and role model for today’s generation is the ultimate endorsement.”

“Strong,Intelligent, artists with the charisma to make people relax and shake their bones to great music!Dolly and Taylor are very cool🥳️” another commented.

“No one can ever make me hate my two favorite white women ️️️” a person expressed.

An individual wrote, “Dolly Parton’s praise for Taylor Swift is so spot-on! Swift’s career and personal handling truly inspire, offering a much-needed uplifting presence in today’s world. It’s wonderful to see such admiration.”

“Taylor Swift you are queen you are doing iconic performance ” another joined.

One expressed, “We need a legendary country collaboration of these two stars 🫶”

A fan said, “What a heartfelt endorsement from Dolly Parton! Taylor Swift’s impact and resilience are truly inspiring, and it’s great to see such respect from a legendary artist.”