United Kingdom, Dec. 7 -- Dolly Parton is "excited" to return to work.

The 79-year-old singer missed an event last month due to "health challenges" but her goddaughter Miley Cyrus has offered a new update on the Jolene hitmaker's condition and suggested Dolly will be back in the public eye soon.

Speaking to Entertainment Tonight, Miley said when asked about Dolly: "She's always gonna keep the show going.

"The show must go on. She's just excited to get back to work."

The 9 to 5 hitmaker missed her Tennessee attraction Dollywood's induction ceremony into the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA)'s Hall of Fame last month due to illness.

She said in a video message shared on Instagram: "Well hey there, it'...