Did Dolly's husband have dementia? A look into Carl Dean's health
Following his passing in March 2025 at age 82, reports surfaced that Dolly Parton’s husband, Carl Dean, had been battling Alzheimer's disease in the years leading up to his death. Rumors about whether Dolly's husband had dementia circulated for years, fueled by his intensely private nature and Parton’s decision to step back from some work in late 2023 to care for him. This article delves into the public statements, rumors, and facts surrounding Carl Dean's health battles.