Dolly Parton's Husband Carl Dean Still Loves Her At This Age

Dolly Parton met her husband Carl Dean for the first time in 1960s. She was just 18 and Carl was 21 at that time.

Dean saw her at a local launderette and at very first thought decided to marry her as she looked so beautiful.

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After 2 years of dating, couple finally tied the knot in 1966.

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Dolly even pushed back the honeymoon so she could focus on her music projects. But it didn't bother her partner.

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They have been married for more than 50 years and they are still very happy with each other.

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Couple do not have children, for various reasons. Health and Professional issues might have prevented them from having their own kids.

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They both like to go on mini-trips and spend time together in countryside. They dine at their favourite local places.

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Her husband prefers more private life and avoids limelight. That is why he appears very less in public places.

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Parton is 76 and Dean is 79 years old as in 2022.

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