Bryan Seaver, Dolly Parton's nephew, fired from security role for her properties in the United States

Bryan Seaver, the nephew of the late country singer Dolly Parton, was fired from his role as head of security for Parton's properties on September 16, 2026. The termination was reported by TMZ on September 21. Seaver had held the position for over 20 years. The DP Dean Trust, which manages Parton's estate, issued the termination notice. Seaver expressed dismay and accused Parton's manager and Pinnacle Bank of acting in bad faith. Replacement guards have taken over at Parton's Nashville home, museum, and warehouse. Parton died on August 25, 2026, after a brief battle with cancer.