Miley Cyrus compared to Elvis Presley is a little startling, but godmother Dolly Parton knows what she’s talking about. “She’s like a little Elvis!” Dolly says. “The kids love her because she’s Hannah Montana, but what people don’t realize about her is she is such a fantastic singer and songwriter,” gushes the country icon. “She writes songs like she’s 40 years old! She’s really deep. I’m amazed at the talent that child has and the effect she has on people.”

Miley Cyrus is aware of the effect she has on people, especially her younger fans. She takes her position as a role model (she’s still only nineteen, herself) “very seriously,” the singer/actress/songwriter shares. “That’s why I try so hard to relate to my fans,” she says in an interview, and The Boot reports.

Well, Miley Cyrus’s intentions may be good, but some of her recent actions throw a little doubt on that plan—remember the cigarettes and salvia, the “stoner” references, the lewd birthday cake? She even swore at a fan—a definite no-no. Do you think that fan will ever forgive her?

Dolly Parton isn’t troubled. “I remember myself at her age. We’ve all been a bit too hard on her. I hope she holds it together because there’s a world of things she can do. She should keep an eye on things and make wise decisions.” Okay, good luck with that, but Miley Cyrus may be turning her attitude around.

Her career is on the upswing with a return to her country roots, in a Bob Dylan cover, “You’re Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go,” on a 4-CD album honoring Dylan. Miley is a hit. Country on.

Source: Celebs.Gather.com