Country music legend Dolly Parton is mourning the recent passing of her husband Carl Dean, whom she was with for nearly 60 years. In a recent interview, Parton shared that she is coping better than expected but is still missing and loving him deeply. Despite the loss, she expressed peace knowing that he is at peace. The couple met in 1964 in Nashville on Parton’s first day in the city.
Parton fondly recalled how Dean used to visit her theme park, Dollywood, incognito, standing in line to buy his own ticket to avoid special treatment as Dolly’s husband. She shared that he would return home and offer her feedback on park improvements, such as the need for more bathrooms.
In the wake of Dean’s passing, Parton released a new song titled “If You Hadn’t Been There” and asked for privacy during this difficult time. The singer expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support from fans, friends, and family following her loss. Parton continues to cherish her memories with Dean and shared a message of love and appreciation on social media. Despite the pain of losing her husband, she remains grateful for the time they shared and the love they experienced over their long marriage.
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