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Archived story · published November 5, 2026. Coverage reflects reporting at the time. See today's brief

Entertainment · November 5, 2026

Dolly Parton’s Manager Drops Lawsuit Against Singer’s Nephew

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Danny Nozell, Dolly Parton’s longtime manager and head of She’s Alive LLC, voluntarily dismissed his lawsuit against Parton’s nephew, Bryan Seaver, on November 5, 2026. The dismissal in Nashville Chancery Court was made 'without prejudice,' preserving the right to refile claims later. The lawsuit, filed in September following Parton’s death on August 25 at age 80, had alleged that Seaver attempted to extort the estate and posed a threat to her business interests. The filing occurred just days before a scheduled hearing to extend a temporary restraining order against Seaver, who has denied all allegations of wrongdoing. Seaver’s attorney described the dismissal as putting a 'misunderstanding' behind the family so they could grieve in peace.

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  • Danny Nozell filed a notice of voluntary dismissal of his lawsuit against Bryan Seaver on November 5, 2026.
  • The dismissal was filed without prejudice in Nashville Chancery Court.
  • A court hearing regarding the extension of a restraining order had been scheduled for the following Tuesday.
  • Bryan Seaver is the nephew of Dolly Parton and her former head of security.
  • Dolly Parton died on August 25 at age 80.
  • She’s Alive LLC is the entity managing Parton's posthumous affairs.

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  • Nozell’s lawsuit accused Seaver of extortion and making threats including 'I’m a killer.'
  • Seaver was fired by Parton's estate less than a month after her death.
  • Seaver claimed his text messages were taken out of context and were 'private' and 'friendly.'
  • The estate previously claimed Seaver had been evading legal summons.
  • Seaver’s lawyers stated they had been engaged in 'good faith discussions' to resolve the matter prior to the dismissal.

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