The country world is reeling overthe heartbreaking death of Naomi Judd.

“Today we sisters experienced a tragedy.

“We are shattered.

Dolly Parton singing

We are navigating profound grief and know that as we loved her, she was loved by her public.

We are in unknown territory.”

Multiple sources toldPeoplethat Naomi died by suicide after a long struggle with mental illness.

Naomi Judd posing

This made the news of her death such a shock to Naomi’s fans around the world.

And now fellow country music legend Dolly Parton has broken her silence over Naomi’s death.

“I was so shocked to hear about Naomi’s passing.

Naomi and I were close,” Partonwroteon Instagram.

“We were very similar.

We were the same age and both Capricorns.

We loved big hair, makeup and music.

I have always loved Ashley, Wynonna, and Naomi.

They’ve always been like sisters to me.”

“Congratulations and condolences are both in order.

Just know that I will always love you.”