Dolly Parton surprises fans at Dollywood opening day as theme park kicks off 40th season

Dolly Parton Reflects on Husband’s Death: ‘He Would Want Me to be Working Today’

Dolly Parton made her first public appearance since the death of her husband, Carl Dean, and took the opportunity to reflect on what he meant to her. The singer took the stage at the 40th anniversary celebration of her Dollywood theme park in Tennessee to speak and perform. After thanking fans for their condolences, Parton noted, “I just want to say thank you and I love you for all the flowers, cards and well-wishes… He would want me to be wor…

Dolly Parton Makes First Public Appearance Since Husband Carl Dean’s Death | Just Jared: Celebrity News and Gossip

Dolly Parton is returning to the spotlight following the passing of her husband Carl Dean. On Friday (March 15), the 79-year-old country music icon surprised fans while stepping out for the 40th anniversary ceremony of the opening of her Dollywood theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. During her appearance, Dolly thanked fans for all of the well-wishes, flowers, and cards she’s received over the past two weeks after Carl died earlier this month at t…

Dolly Parton Makes First Public Appearance Since Carl Dean's Death

The country music icon was on hand to celebrate a special anniversary for Dollywood.

Dolly Parton makes 1st public appearance since death of husband Carl Dean. What she said

Dolly Parton made her first public appearance since the death of her husband, Carl Dean, when she attended the launch of her theme park’s 40th season celebration.

Dolly Parton, 79, supported by fans as she makes surprise first appearance just weeks after death of beloved husband: ‘what a strong woman!’

Dolly Parton made her first public appearance on Friday, less than

Carl Dean passed away at the age of 82 on March 3.