Parton’s statement comes four months after she confirmed the death of her husband, whom she had been married to since 1966. “Carl and I spent many wonderful years together.

Dolly Parton says she’s putting new music on hold while mourning husband Carl Dean’s death before sharing the secret behind their iconic 59-year marriage.

Dolly Parton announced that she’s taking a break from music following her husband Carl Dean’s death at 82. Screengrab from @dollyparton's Instagram.

Parton’s statement comes four months after she confirmed the death of her husband, whom she had been married to since 1966. “Carl and I spent many wonderful years together.

Dolly Parton announced that she’s taking a break from music following her husband Carl Dean’s death at 82. Screengrab from @dollyparton's Instagram.

Dolly Parton announced that she’s taking a break from music following her husband Carl Dean’s death at 82. Screengrab from @dollyparton's Instagram.

Dolly Parton says she’s putting new music on hold while mourning husband Carl Dean’s death before sharing the secret behind their iconic 59-year marriage.