Dolly Parton’s Husband Carl Dean Passes Away at 82
Carl Dean, Dolly Parton's husband of nearly 60 years, has died at 82, leaving behind a legacy of love and privacy.
Dean was a businessman who ran an asphalt-laying company in Nashville until he retired.
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Dean represented a rare constant in the whirlwind life of one of America's most beloved entertainers.
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Throughout their marriage, Dean remained out of the public eye, choosing instead to focus on his asphalt-paving business in Nashville.
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Parton and Dean had kept their marriage private over the years.
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Dean was a very private person that shied away from the spotlight during the couple’s relationship.
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Parton didn’t speak publicly about Dean often and the couple were rarely photographed together.
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Parton and Dean kept strict privacy around their relationship for decades.
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Dean has long been a subject of Parton fans throughout her illustrious career, with many noting his rare appearances on the red carpet and media photographs.
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Parton and Dean kept their relationship private for decades, Parton telling The Associated Press in 1984: “A lot of people say there’s no Carl Dean, that he’s just somebody I made up to keep other people off me.”
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He was rarely seen by Parton's side but always played a strong supporting role in his wife's life.
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However, she did drop little nuggets about her husband over the years.
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Dean was a private man — so private that many have long wondered if he actually existed.
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Summary
Dolly Parton announced the death of her husband, Carl Dean, at the age of 82. They were married for almost 60 years, famously maintaining a low profile. Parton praised their life together, emphasizing the depth of their love. Dean passed away in Nashville, and a private ceremony is planned. His influence on Parton's music, including hits like 'Jolene', is noted. The family requests privacy during this difficult time.
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