“They were sent in the course of private conversations between two friends,” he argued in the October affidavit obtained by CBS News, “who were both frustrated, grieving, and discussing strategy following Ms. Parton’s illness and death.”
He alleged the messages were not threats but rather a “private warning” about potential associates wanting to harm Parton’s brand.
“I have declined to speak with the media about this case and have asked my attorneys to handle all media communications,” Seaver concluded in the doc. “I care about Ms. Parton, her music, her legacy, and her family. I do not want this dispute to harm her legacy.”
As the Parton family navigates this difficult chapter following the legendary singer’s death, keep reading for a look back at her life.