Dolly Parton's sister defends iconic singer's nephew over restraining order: 'We all love Bryan.'
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Key Points:
- Dolly Parton's sister, Freida Parton, defended her nephew Bryan Seaver amid legal disputes, stating there is no family feud over Dolly's estate and expressing love and unity within the family.
- A Tennessee judge granted a temporary restraining order against Seaver, who was fired by Parton's estate after allegations of threatening behavior and attempts to damage Dolly's legacy.
- Court documents revealed Seaver sent threatening texts describing himself as a "killer" and "international arms dealer," and his security company operated as a heavily armed paramilitary force.
- Seaver denied the threats, claiming the messages were private, taken out of context, and part of emotional exchanges during grieving, while a hearing on the restraining order extension is set for October 7.
- Dolly Parton passed away on August 25 after a brief battle with cancer, and Seaver initially announced her death, saying it was an honor his aunt had entrusted to him.
