Carl Dean, husband of music legend Dolly Parton, has passed away at 82

The couple was married for nearly 60 years.

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Carl Dean lived a private life, avoiding the spotlight.

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He ran an asphalt paving business in Nashville.

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Carl and Dolly first met in 1964 at a laundromat.

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Carl and Dolly first met in 1964 at a laundromat.

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Carl Dean was the inspiration behind Dolly’s hit song "Jolene."

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Dolly Parton shared an emotional tribute on social media.

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The music industry mourns his passing.

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Fans and celebrities express their condolences to Dolly Parton.

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Carl Dean, the longtime husband of legendary country music icon Dolly Parton, passed away at the age of 82

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Carl Dean, husband of music legend Dolly Parton, has passed away at 82

Mar 4, 2025

The couple was married for nearly 60 years.

Carl Dean lived a private life, avoiding the spotlight.

He ran an asphalt paving business in Nashville.

Carl and Dolly first met in 1964 at a laundromat.

Carl and Dolly first met in 1964 at a laundromat.

Carl Dean was the inspiration behind Dolly’s hit song "Jolene."

Dolly Parton shared an emotional tribute on social media.

The music industry mourns his passing.

Fans and celebrities express their condolences to Dolly Parton.

Carl Dean, the longtime husband of legendary country music icon Dolly Parton, passed away at the age of 82

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