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News18•22-09-2026, 15:15
Dolly Parton's Estate Terminates Nephew Bryan Seaver's Security Role
  • •Dolly Parton's estate has ended business ties with her nephew, Bryan Seaver, who served as her head of security for over two decades.
  • •Seaver, who represented the family after Parton's death on August 25, stated his role was unexpectedly eliminated.
  • •The termination notice, issued through Parton's former manager Danny Nozell and Pinnacle Bank, immediately removed Seaver's security access to Parton's properties.
  • •Seaver expressed dismay at the unexplained actions, believing they are in bad faith and intended to profit from Parton's legacy.
  • •Despite the termination, Seaver affirmed his commitment to protecting Parton's family, fulfilling her final directive.

Key Questions Answered

Bryan Seaver's long-standing security role was unexpectedly eliminated by Parton's estate via a termination notice issued through her former manager Danny Nozell and Pinnacle Bank, which immediately revoked his security access.

Bryan Seaver served as Dolly Parton's head of security for more than two decades, a position that was previously held by his father, Larry Seaver.

No, the termination notice explicitly stated that Bryan Seaver's personal interest in the family trust was not impacted by the decision.