Dolly Parton’s estate has accused her nephew Bryan Seaver of making increasingly threatening statements and threatening to damage his late aunt’s legacy and business interests, according to newly filed court documents.
The estate has asked a judge for a temporary restraining order that would prevent Seaver from contacting or approaching employees, attorneys and business partners and from interfering with business relationships.
The allegations come less than a month after Parton died at age 80 on August 25. Seaver, who had provided security for Parton’s properties for years, was also the family member who publicly announced her death.
Seaver was dismissed from his security role last week. The estate’s filing claims his conduct had become increasingly concerning, while Seaver has previously criticized the handling of Parton’s affairs and questioned decisions being made after her death.
The court documents include messages that the estate says were sent by Seaver and alleges that some of them threatened to damage Parton’s brand partnerships and business interests. Those claims remain allegations presented in court and have not been established as facts.
The filing also claims that the dispute has affected people working with Parton’s estate, including attorneys and employees. The estate says it has taken additional security measures as the conflict has escalated.
Seaver has not yet publicly responded to the latest allegations, according to The Associated Press. His earlier statements following his dismissal disputed the circumstances surrounding his removal and questioned the actions of people now involved in managing Parton’s affairs.
The requested restraining order would reportedly impose a 1,000-foot distance from certain employees, attorneys and business partners and prohibit interference with the estate’s business relationships. A court will determine whether the requested restrictions should be granted.
The dispute represents a significant development in the management of Parton’s estate just weeks after her death. The country icon left behind a vast music catalog, business interests and philanthropic legacy, making the handling of those affairs closely watched by fans and the entertainment industry.
As the legal dispute develops, the allegations from the estate and any response from Seaver will be important in determining what happened behind the scenes. For now, the claims in the court filings remain allegations, with the legal proceedings expected to shed more light on the growing conflict.
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