is an icon through and through. Originally from Pittman Center, Tennessee, the country music legend has had an extraordinary rise to fame with hits like “” and “I Will Always Love You.” But behind her signature teased wigs and rhinestone bedazzled outfits, there’s one person who knows better than anyone else — her husband, Carl Dean.
Fans of Dolly can thank him for inspiring beloved country songs like “Jolene,” “,” and “,” among others. And throughout her incredible career and their 53 years of marriage, the multi-Grammy winner has had Carl’s unconditional support from day one.
After graduating from Sevier County High School in 1964, and moved away to Nashville to fulfill her dream of becoming a country music star. “I always wanted to be
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