Dolly Parton made her first public appearance since confirming husband Carl Dean’s death earlier this month while celebrating the 40th season of her Dollywood theme park.

Dolly Parton is keeping the memory of her beloved late husband, Carl Dean, close to her heart following his passing on March 3. The iconic singer, who shared the news of his demise, has spoken about being "consoled by the afterlife" and even released a touching tribute song in his honor,

Dolly Parton has paid tribute to her husband Carl Dean in her first public appearance since his death. The 79-year-old country music singer’s husband died aged 82 on March 3. She paid tribute to him during a surprise concert at the preview for Dollywood season passholders ahead of opening for its 40th season in Tennessee.