Country icon Dolly Parton has always been known for her talent, faith, and keeping her marital relationship private. Now, she's opening up about one of the most personal chapters of her life—the passing of her husband, Carl Dean .

In a heartfelt interview with the Associated Press , Dolly got candid about how she's navigating life without her partner of 60 years. Carl Dean passed away at the age of 82 after a lengthy illness and though it was widely known that their love was unwavering, the couple kept their relationship largely out of the public eye. Dean especially chose to stay out of the spotlight, but always supported Dolly from behind the scenes.

"I am a person of faith, and I truly believe that I'm going to see him again someday," Dolly told the Associated Press . "And I

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