Dolly Parton has shared her heartache following the death of her "sister", country music legend Naomi Judd, who died on Saturday aged 76.MORE: Carrie Underwood leads tributes to country legend Naomi JuddDolly took to Instagram to post a touching tribute to the late singer, writing: "I was so shocked to hear about Naomi's passing.
Naomi and I were close. We were very similar. We were the same age and both Capricorns.WATCH: Dolly Parton makes heartfelt and urgent plea"We loved big hair, makeup and music.
I have always loved Ashley, Wynonna [Judd's daughters] and Naomi. They've always been like sisters to me."Dolly then congratulated Naomi and her daughter Wynonna for The Judds' induction into the Country Music Hall Of Fame, adding: "I am sorry I couldn’t be there but I can hear Naomi saying now, 'Oh well, a day late and a Dolly short.'RELATED: In memoriam: remembering famous faces we lost in 2022"Congratulations and condolences are both in order.
Just know that I will always love you." Dolly pictured with Naomi (R) and Wynonna Judd in 1987Naomi's death was announced by her daughters Wynonna and Ashley, in a statement via The Associated Press.
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