If there is one artist who has been rooting for Taylor Swift for over a decade now, it is Dolly Parton. Both women began their careers in country music before making a successful shift into experimental and liberal pop, and each has made their mark in a big way. Whether it is because they share similar roots or have followed a similar career path, but interestingly, many fans now see Swift as this generation’s Dolly Parton. And once again, Parton has stepped up to shower Swift with praise, with a special focus on her dating life this time.

Dolly Parton gushed over Taylor Swift’s 'fairy tale' romance, which has turned into a full-blown pop culture love story since last year. 

Dolly Parton recently gave an interview to E! News while promoting her new jewelry line with designer Kendra Scott. During the chat, Parton admitted she is "crazy" about Taylor Swift. The 78-year-old star said, "I just admire her so much, what she's done with her life, her career." She also reflected on Swift’s "little love affair" with NFL tight end Travis Kelce, adding, “I'm thinking people love romance”. 

Parton was not just singing Swift’s praises for her musical talent- she also pointed out the pop star's "big heart" that makes it even harder not to root for someone like her. This is just the latest in a long line of compliments Parton has showered on the 'Shake It Off' singer since they first met. Parton and Swift first met 14 years ago, and their first encounter is truly one for the history books.

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A music journalist shared the never-before-told story of Swift’s first meeting with Parton- and just how starstruck the 34-year-old was.

Brian Mansfield, a journalist who covers country radio, shared the story on Instagram threads in September, calling it a tale “almost lost to history”. As per his report, Taylor Swift knew she was about to meet Dolly Parton at the Grand Ole Opry that night, and she could barely contain her excitement. “I’m going to be just blathering on, unable to form thoughts or sentences but unable to stop talking,” she said, with no clue just how right she was. 

When Taylor Swift came back from Parton's dressing room, she could not stop raving about the country legend's kind words. Parton had told her that she was “gonna be around for a long time,” and as we know, the 'Jolene' artist was right on the money. Later that evening, during the Opry’s late show, Parton even gave Swift a public shout-out from the stage. And now, it all makes sense why the Academy award winner beams with pride every time she talks about Taylor Swift. 

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