Dolly Parton is in the headlines after she lost her brother, Coy “Denver” Parton, on July 23, 2026. Coy was 82 years old at the time of his death, and the circumstances leading to his demise remain unknown. He was a crane operator, and the news was first revealed in an obituary of Atchley Funeral Home in Sevierville, Tennessee.
The heartbreaking update has once again brought focus to Dolly Parton’s family and personal life. The singer was married to a businessman named Carl Dean, who passed away in 2025. Keep reading to know more about their relationship!
Meeting and early years: 1964-1966
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