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Dolly Parton's manager drops lawsuit against her nephew

Dolly Parton's manager drops lawsuit against her nephew

Summary

The company managing Dolly Parton’s business interests has dropped its civil lawsuit against her nephew, Bryan Seaver. The suit alleged threats and intimidation after a dispute over payment; Seaver denied the allegations, and his lawyers said he was glad the matter was behind him so the family could grieve.

Key Facts

  • She's Alive, which manages Parton’s estate, filed the civil case less than a month after her death, according to the article.
  • Danny Nozell, Parton’s longtime manager and head of She's Alive, sought a temporary restraining order against Seaver and his company.
  • A judge granted the temporary restraining order.
  • Court filings accused Seaver of threatening the estate after demanding payment and of threatening to damage Parton’s brand and business interests.
  • Seaver denied threatening the estate and said he had spoken frankly in a private conversation with Nozell.
  • Seaver previously served as Parton’s head of security, and his company provided her security for about 20 years.
  • Seaver is the son of Parton’s sister Cassie and publicly confirmed Parton’s death, the article says.
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