Dolly Parton’s husband Carl Dean has died on the age of 82.
The unhappy information was delivered on Monday by way of Dolly’s Instagram account: “Carl Dean, husband of Dolly Parton, handed away March third in Nashville on the age of 82. He shall be laid to relaxation in a personal ceremony with rapid household attending. He’s survived by his siblings Sandra and Donnie.”
There was additionally a message from Dolly, 79, who shared, “Carl and I spent many fantastic years collectively. Phrases can’t do justice to the love we shared for over 60 years. Thanks on your prayers and sympathy.”
The put up ends, “The household has requested for privateness throughout this troublesome time.”
The reason for his demise is presently unknown, however he’s been battling Alzheimer’s since 2019.
Dolly and Carl would have celebrated their 59th wedding ceremony anniversary in Could.
Final 12 months, “Further’s” Alecia Davis spoke with Dolly, who revealed her husband’s romantic gestures as they obtained able to have a good time Valentine’s Day.
She shared, “Each spring, he’ll get a mason jar and he’ll convey me a giant bouquet of yellow flowers. Every so often, he’ll write a poem for me, and that’s all the time the sweetest factor ever.”