Tributes to Dolly Parton have poured in since her death, with celebrities across the country celebrating her talent, humor, and remarkable kindness. But when Katy Perry took the stage to share her own remembrance, one part of her tribute quickly drew a very different response.
The “Roar” singer is facing backlash after an onstage tribute to Parton struck some fans as flippant before turning heartfelt. Perry, 41, addressed the crowd at the National Fair of San Luis Potosí in Mexico after Parton died at 80 on Tuesday, August 25. The pop star praised the country legend’s talent and kindness, but her opening comment about Parton’s body overshadowed the rest of the tribute for some fans.
What Did Katy Perry Say About Dolly Parton?
@pagesixKaty Perry paid tribute to Dolly Parton at her most recent concert ??
♬ original sound – Page Six“She had both big boobs, big brains, and a big voice in one body,” Perry said on stage, per the TikTok video shared by Page Six. “And on top of that, the biggest thing that she did was that she was constantly kind. She was kind to everyone.”
Several viewers felt Perry’s opening description was inappropriate for a memorial tribute.
“That’s the way to honor her? Start off by saying big boobs, big brain & big voice? ? Very ignorant. This did not feel genuine at all,” one person wrote. “dolly been that combo her whole life and katy announcing it on stage is so unnecessary,” wrote another.
Another asked, “Why not say she had a big heart! That was who she really was.” An additional commenter wrote, “It’s so performative.”
One viewer also referenced Perry’s Blue Origin flight, writing, “And she never had to pretend to be an astronaut for us to like her.”
What Did Katy Perry Say After Dolly Parton’s Death?
View this post on InstagramPerry shared a longer tribute on Instagram with photos and videos from their time together. She wrote that her heart sank when she learned of Parton’s death and recalled the singer as joyful, funny, and generous.
“Dolly was glam, funny, and kind as [Expletive]. Her star will forever shine bright, and I bet you she’s already remodeling them pearly gates with rhinestones. We will always love you, Dolly,” Perry wrote.
At a Los Angeles concert film premiere one day later, Perry described Parton as a light and praised the example she set: “She was an earth angel. I think her legacy is one to follow and look up to forever, and I think it’s just going to continue to expand. I think everyone should emulate her. She’s the bar.”
Parton’s nephew, Bryan Seaver, announced her death in an emotional statement on Instagram on Tuesday, August 25.
View this post on InstagramHer representatives later told People that she died following a brief battle with cancer. The type of cancer was not disclosed.
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