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Dolly Parton Releases Song Dedicated to Late Husband Carl Dean


Dolly Parton released a new song, ‘If You Hadn’t Been There,’ dedicated to her late husband, Carl Dean, who died on March 3

They live in memory and in song, and I dedicate this to him,” Parton, 79, shared via Instagram early Friday, March 7, alongside the cover art for her new track, “If You Hadn’t Been There.” Jason Kempin/Getty Images Dolly Parton’s late husband, Carl Dean, was a very private person, but his superstar wife still celebrated him in her music — and occasionally ribbed him too. Thank you or all the messages, cards and flowers that you’ve sent to pay your respects for the loss of my beloved husband Carl,” the singer shared in an Instagram statement.

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