Dolly Parton and Husband Carl Dean Met in Nashville on Her First Day in the City

After 50 years of marriage, Parton and Dean renewed their vows in a small ceremony at their home’s chapel. It’s clear that Dolly Parton and Carl Dean have an enduring and special love for each other. They first met in 1964 when Parton was 18, at the Wishy Washy Laundromat in Nashville. Parton recalled that Dean looked at her face, which was a rare thing for her, and seemed genuinely interested in getting to know her. Dean knew he wanted to marry Parton at first sight, and they started courting each other modestly on Parton’s aunt and uncle’s porch. Two years later, they got married and have been together ever since. After 50 years of marriage, they celebrated by renewing their vows in a small ceremony at their home’s chapel. It is clear that Dolly Parton and Carl Dean have an enduring and special love for each other.