When it comes to long-lasting love, Dolly Parton and her husband, Carl Dean, know a thing or two about making it work. The legendary couple has been together since the mid-1960s, and despite the inevitable ups and downs that come with nearly six decades of partnership, their bond remains as strong as ever. In a candid moment, Dolly, now 74, joked about feeling "sick" of her husband after all these years. But as we’ll soon see, there's a lot more to their story than just teasing banter.
During an appearance on the “Table Manners with Jessie Ware” podcast, which aired on December 1, Dolly shared some light-hearted thoughts about her marriage. “I’m sure he’s sick of me,” she quipped with her signature humor. “My husband and I have been together for 57 years, been married for 54, and I’m sick of him.” Of course, we all know that this kind of playful talk is just how Dolly rolls. Let's dive deeper into what makes their relationship so special.
Carl Dean: The Man Behind the Icon
When Dolly Parton tied the knot with Carl Dean in 1966, she wasn’t just marrying a man; she was embracing a life partner who would support her through thick and thin. Carl, a businessman, not only adapted to Dolly’s skyrocketing fame in Hollywood but also embraced her large family. Dolly, one of 12 children, credits her husband for adjusting to her bustling family environment. “He has one brother and one sister, so he’s had to kind of get used to my big family because I’ve always had my family around me,” she explained. And guess what? It seems like Carl has embraced it all with open arms. “He loves them all, and they love him,” Dolly added fondly.
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Life at Home with Dolly and Carl
While Dolly and Carl prefer to keep their relationship private, the "Steel Magnolias" star gave us a rare glimpse into their home life. When she's not out there conquering the world with her iconic country music, Dolly enjoys spending time in the kitchen. “I love to cook. Everything about food I love,” she confessed to host Jessie Ware. And let’s be honest, who can resist a good meal? Dolly admitted to having a few weaknesses, jokingly saying, “My weaknesses have always been men, sex, and food, and not necessarily in that order.”
