Country music icon Dolly Parton has shown her support for singer Elle King following the backlash she faced for her controversial performance at a show celebrating Parton's 78th birthday. Despite the outrage caused by King's "slurring" and "hammered" appearance on stage at the Grand Ole Opry, insiders reveal that Parton has no intention of speaking negatively about the hitmaker.

During the performance at Nashville's Grand Ole Opry in Ryman Auditorium, King, the daughter of Rob Schneider, was seen slurring her words and using profanity multiple times. She later admitted that she was intoxicated during the set. This led to fans expressing their anger, resulting in a formal apology from the venue.

However, a source close to Parton informed DailyMail.com that the country music legend will not criticize Elle for her performance. The insider explained that Parton's style is all about building people up, especially fellow female artists. Parton is known for promoting positivity and supporting others in the industry. The source further suggested that this incident might lead to a future collaboration or performance between the two singers.

The source added, "Dolly doesn't know what Elle might be going through. Whether it was just one bad night or something more, Dolly will not drag Elle down. If they ever talk or perform together in the future, it will all be positive because that is where Dolly's mindset is at all the time."

While neither Parton nor King's representatives have commented on the matter, the controversy has sparked discussions among fans. A TikTok video captured King forgetting the lyrics to Parton's song "Marry Me" and making derogatory remarks towards the audience. Fans took to social media to express their disappointment, with some accusing King of disrespecting the iconic venue and Parton herself.

Despite the backlash, Parton's support for King remains unwavering. The celebrated artist, who was not present at the performance, would still be willing to share the stage with King in the future, according to insiders.

It is unclear whether King will publicly address the incident or issue a statement. Nevertheless, the incident serves as a reminder of King's candid approach to alcohol consumption before going on stage. In a previous interview, King shared that she enjoys a drink before performing, claiming it helps her combat nervousness and hit the right notes.

As fans await further developments, the incident has sparked conversation about the balance between artistic expression and responsibility in the music industry. Both fans and critics hope that lessons can be learned from this unfortunate incident, ultimately leading to a positive and uplifting future for all involved.

DailyMail.com has reached out to representatives of both Parton and King for additional comments on the matter.