Carl Dean, husband of country music star Dolly Parton, passed away on Monday in Nashville, Tennessee. He was 82 years old and had been married to Parton for nearly 60 years.
- Carl Dean, Dolly Parton's husband, passed away.
- He died at the age of 82 in Nashville.
- Private ceremony planned for family only.
- Parton expressed deep love and gratitude.
- Dean owned an asphalt-paving business.
- Their relationship was kept largely private.
Parton’s publicist confirmed that Dean will be laid to rest in a private ceremony attended by immediate family members. No cause of death has been disclosed.
Carl Dean was a businessman who owned an asphalt-paving company in Nashville. He was born to Virginia “Ginny” Bates Dean and Edgar “Ed” Henry Dean and had two siblings, Sandra and Donnie. The couple met when Parton moved to Nashville at age 18 and married on May 30, 1966, in Ringgold, Georgia.
Dolly Parton expressed her grief through a statement saying their love was profound and thanking everyone for their prayers during this difficult time. She noted that they spent many wonderful years together but requested privacy as the family mourns his passing.
- Dean’s marriage to Parton lasted nearly six decades.
- Their first meeting occurred outside a laundromat when she moved to Nashville.
- No details about the cause of death have been released.
Throughout their marriage, Parton often kept details about her relationship with Dean private. In a past interview, she humorously mentioned how some doubted his existence due to their low profile as a couple. Their enduring bond remained strong despite the public spotlight surrounding Parton’s career.
The loss of Carl Dean marks the end of a significant chapter not only in Dolly Parton’s life but also highlights the importance of personal connections amidst fame. His legacy will be remembered through their long-lasting partnership.
