Carl Dean, Dolly Parton's supportive husband of nearly 60 years, who avoided the spotlight and inspired the country legend's hits like "Jolene," has died at 82.
According to a statement posted on Parton's Instagram, Dean died on Monday in Nashville, Tennessee, the couple's longtime city of residence. Parton said he will be laid to rest in a private ceremony with their immediate family attending. Alongside Parton, Dean is survived by siblings Sandra and Donnie.
