Dolly partons husband Carl Thomas Dean died at the age of 82.
The country icon, 79, announced the death of her husband on Monday, after almost 60 years of marriage.
In an Instagram declaration, the legendary singer revealed that Carl died in Nashville on Monday 3 March.
In her heartbreaking tribute, Dolly thought about the 'many beautiful years' that the couple spent together.
'Carl and I spent many wonderful years together. Words cannot do justice to the love that we have shared for more than 60 years. Thank you for your prayers and sympathy, “Dolly wrote.
Dean is survived by his brothers and sisters, Sandra and Donnie. He will be laid to rest in a private ceremony attended by the immediate family.
Dolly Partons Husband Carl Dean died at the age of 82; The couple that is seen together
The country icon announced the death of her husband on Monday, after almost 60 years of marriage
The full explanation was: 'Carl Dean, husband of Dolly Parton, died on March 3 in Nashville at the age of 82. He will be laid to rest in a private ceremony with an immediate family that is present. He was survived by his brothers and sisters Sandra and Donnie. '
“The family has asked for privacy in this difficult time.”
The couple has been married since 1966.
In 2024 Dolly gave a rare look at her marriage when she revealed the reason why her husband refused to attend events with her.
Speaking in an episode of the stupid blonde podcast of Bunnie XO, the star revealed that while her husband loves' music ', he' is not in the least interested in sitting in it. '
In a heartbreaking tribute, Dolly thought about the 'many wonderful years together' the couple spent together
