Dolly Parton’s husband dead at 82: Carl Dean passes away as country icon gives heartbreaking statement

Dolly Parton’s husband Carl Dean has died at the age of 82.

The country icon announced the death of her husband on Monday, after nearly 60 years of marriage. 

She shared a statement on Instagram, which read, ‘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 Parton ‘s husband Carl Dean has died at the age of 82. The country icon announced the death of her husband on Monday, after nearly 60 years of marriage