Carl Dean was devoted to Dolly Parton and inspired her hit "Jolene," even as he avoided the spotlight. He died in Nashville ...

One of the few journalists ever to meet Carl Dean, Alanna Nash, recalls what it was like encountering Dolly Parton's very ...

Carl Dean, Dolly Parton's devoted husband of nearly 60 years who avoided the spotlight and inspired her timeless hit ''Jolene ...

Though he stayed out of spotlight, Carl Dean — who died this week — was a constant presence in the life and work of his ...

Here's how Dolly Parton's relationship with Carl Dean in their early years of marriage played a role in the creation of one ...

Carl was the love of Dolly’s life before he died in 2025. Learn more about the couple’s private relationship and whether or ...

Dolly Parton ‘s husband, Carl Dean, has died, the singer announced late on Monday. No cause of death was given. A statement ...

Dean died in Nashville and will be laid to rest in a private ceremony with only immediate family in attendance.

“Carl Dean, husband of Dolly Parton, passed away March 3rd in Nashville at the age of 82. He will be laid to rest in a ...

Dolly Parton’s late husband was an accomplished business owner. Learn more about him here. Dolly Parton found the love of her ...

Carl Dean, Dolly Parton's supportive husband of nearly 60 years, who avoided the spotlight and inspired the country legend's ...