Instagram/Dolly Parton & Carl Dean Celebrity Dolly Parton addresses health concerns and personal life update in heartfelt Dollywood speech, reassuring fans after recent loss. March 17, 2026 AceShowbiz - Dolly Parton delivered a heartfelt keynote speech on the opening day of her Tennessee theme park, Dollywood, where she provided an update on her health and personal life following the loss of her husband, Carl Dean. During the speech, Dolly Parton addressed concerns about her well-being after postponing several shows in Las Vegas and missing the Governors Awards.