Dolly Parton’s husband dead at 82: Carl Dean passes away as country icon gives heartbreaking statement
Dolly Parton’s husband, Carl Thomas Dean, has died at the age of 82.
The country music icon, 79, announced the death of her famously reclusive spouse on Monday, after nearly 60 years of marriage.
In an Instagram statement, the Jolene singer revealed that Carl passed away in Nashville on March 3rd.
In her heartbreaking tribute, Dolly reflected on the ‘many wonderful years’ the pair spent together as she expressed her deep love for Carl and thanked fans for their prayers.
‘Carl and I spent many wonderful years together. Words can’t do justice to the love we shared for over 60 years. Thank you for your prayers and sympathy,’ Dolly wrote.
Carl is survived by his siblings, Sandra and Donnie. He will be laid to rest in a private ceremony attended by immediate family.
Dolly Parton’s, 79, husband, Carl Thomas Dean, has died at the age of 82; he is pictured in 2019
