Carl Dean, husband of country music icon Dolly Parton, passed away on March 3, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. He was 82 years old at the time of his death. The family has requested privacy during this difficult period and did not disclose a cause of death.
- Carl Dean, Dolly Parton's husband, passed away.
- Dean died at the age of 82.
- Private ceremony planned for family only.
- Parton expresses deep love for Dean.
- They married on Memorial Day in 1966.
- Dean owned an asphalt-paving business.
Carl Dean was married to Dolly Parton for almost six decades after they wed on May 30, 1966. The couple first met when Parton moved to Nashville at the age of 18. Their relationship remained largely private over the years, with Parton often joking about Dean’s elusive nature to protect their personal life from public scrutiny.
Dean was a businessman who owned an asphalt-paving company in Nashville. His parents were Virginia “Ginny” Bates Dean and Edgar “Ed” Henry Dean. He is survived by his wife and two siblings: Sandra and Donnie.
- Dean’s marriage to Parton lasted nearly 60 years.
- The couple kept their relationship mostly private throughout their marriage.
- Dolly Parton described her love for him as profound and enduring.
In her statement following his passing, Parton reflected on their life together, expressing gratitude for the support from fans during this time of loss. She emphasized how special their bond was over the many years they spent together as partners.
The passing of Carl Dean marks a significant moment in Dolly Parton’s life as she navigates this loss while remembering their shared history filled with love and companionship.
