India, July 28 -- The recent death of Dolly Parton's brother, Coy "Denver" Parton, at the age of 82 has once again brought the country music icon's family into the spotlight. As fans remember her close-knit family, many are also revisiting her enduring love story with Carl Dean. The two were married for nearly six decades before Dean passed away in 2025.

Unlike Dolly, who spent her life in front of the cameras, Carl Dean preferred a life away from the spotlight. Yet, their relationship remained one of the strongest and longest-lasting marriages in show business.

Here's everything to know about Dolly Parton and Carl Dean's remarkable love story.

Who Was Carl Dean?

Carl Thomas Dean was an American businessman who owned and operated an a...