Dolly Parton’s nephew, son of former Alabama cop, fired weeks after announcing country icon’s death
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Key Points:
- Bryan Seaver, who managed security for Dolly Parton’s properties for over 20 years and is her nephew, was removed from his position following her death in August.
- Seaver and his security companies were given immediate dismissal from all Parton properties, with new security personnel now installed at her Nashville residence, museum, warehouse, and downtown home.
- Seaver expressed dismay over the unexplained dismissal and suggested the changes might be financially motivated, emphasizing his commitment to honoring Parton’s final directive to protect her family.
- The security role was a family legacy, previously held by Seaver’s father, Larry, a former police officer and Parton’s brother-in-law.
- Seaver was the family’s chosen spokesperson to announce Dolly Parton’s death on August 25.
