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But woven into many of those anthems was her real-life love, Carl Dean, an asphalt paver and her loyal cheerleader who died Monday at 82. For a woman known by her words, Parton stayed fairly mum ...

(AP) – Carl Dean, Dolly Parton’s devoted husband of nearly 60 years who avoided the spotlight and inspired her timeless hit “Jolene,” died Monday. He was 82.

Dolly Parton and Carl Dean's love story is one for the ages. The pair were married for nearly six decades, tying the knot in 1966. Dean has been Parton's No. 1 fan ever since, watching from afar, out ...

“Carl and I spent many wonderful years together,” she said in the statement. “Words cannot do justice for the love we shared for over 60 years. Thank you for your prayers and sympathy.” No ...

Dolly Parton and Carl Thomas Dean were married for nearly 60 years before his death on March 3 Nicole Briese is a contributing writer at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2022.