Dolly Parton's Manager Files Restraining Order Against Nephew Amid Legacy Dispute

<p>A legal dispute regarding Dolly Parton's legacy escalated on September 22, 2026, when her longtime manager, Danny Nozell, filed for a restraining order against Bryan Seaver, Parton's nephew. Nozell operates She's Alive, LLC, an entity established to manage Parton's business interests.</p><p>The restraining order was filed in Nashville, following Seaver's public announcement of Parton's death on August 25. Shortly after her passing, a conflict emerged, leading to legal action.</p><p>Nozell and She's Alive accused Seaver of sending threatening messages in the weeks prior to the restraining order request. The company terminated Seaver's employment due to what they described as his