Overview

• Carl Dean, Dolly Parton's husband of 58 years, passed away on March 3, 2025, at the age of 82 in Nashville.
• Parton expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support from family, friends, and fans, calling it deeply meaningful during this difficult time.
• In a statement on Instagram, Parton referred to Dean as being 'in God's arms now' and quoted her famous song, 'I Will Always Love You.'
• The couple met in a laundromat in Nashville in 1964 and married in 1966, with Dean remaining largely out of the public eye throughout their marriage.
• Dean is survived by his siblings, Sandra and Donnie, and is remembered for his quiet support of Parton's illustrious career.