In a recent interview, Dolly Parton discussed the challenges she has been facing following the death of her husband.
Dolly Parton’s spouse of nearly 60 years passed away earlier this year, and the legendary country singer has shared her feelings about it during a conversation with Khloe Kardashian.
Parton’s husband, Carl Dean, was 82 years old when he died on March 3, just nine years after they renewed their wedding vows.
In response to the news of Dean’s passing, Parton released a brief statement that expressed: “Carl and I spent many wonderful years together. Words can’t do justice to the love we shared for over 60 years. Thank you for your prayers and sympathy.”
“While their family has also requested ‘privacy during this difficult time.’
Recently, while speaking on Kardashian’s podcast, Khloé in Wonder Land, Parton mentioned that she is still navigating her grief and discussed her current difficulties in creating new music.
Kardashian inquired whether the singer had ever experienced writer’s block or had begun a song without completing it.
She responded: “[There are] several things I have wanted to start, but I can’t do it. “I’m just coming up with such wonderful beautiful ideas, but I think I won’t finish it. I can’t do it right now, because [I’ve] got so many other things. “I can’t afford the luxury of, you know, getting that emotional right now. There are times like that, things like that, that will stall you a little bit. But I’ll write something else though, if it comes.”
Parton added that she is ‘just putting all that on hold.’
Despite her current challenges, Parton has also conveyed her optimistic perspective and discussed her Christian faith.
Speaking to the Associated Press, she stated: “I am a person of faith, and I truly believe that I’m going to see him again someday.
“I see him daily in my thoughts and in my heart, as well as in all the activities we once shared and the memories we created together. One must learn to formulate new plans, yet that is the most challenging aspect.”
She further elaborated on her desire to transform her sorrow and grief into something beneficial.
She continued: “I genuinely sense his presence. I strive to move forward, as I understand it is necessary. He endured illness for an extended period, and a part of me found solace in knowing he was at peace and no longer suffering. However, that does not compensate for the grief and solitude that accompany the loss.
“I intend to channel all that energy into other pursuits, ensuring that he remains a constant presence in everything I undertake.”
