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Dolly Parton was secretly married in Georgia; here’s the love story
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· August 25, 2026
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Key points She was 18 years old at the time, and her husband, Carl Dean, was 21. Country music legend Dolly Parton was married in a small, private ceremony.
Country music legend Dolly Parton was married in a small, private ceremony. She was 18 years old at the time, and her husband, Carl Dean, was 21. The ceremony was attended by only a few people, including her mother, Avie Lee Parton, and the preacher and his wife. This was due to concerns from her record label that marriage could impact her rising career.
The couple had met just two years before the wedding. Further details about their love story and marriage are available.
More information about Dolly Parton's life and career can also be found, including her notable songs and legacy.
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Category: News Published: August 25, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Country music legend Dolly Parton was married in a small, private ceremony. She was 18 years old at the time, and her husband, Carl Dean, was 21. The ceremony was attended by only a few people…
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