Dolly Parton's nephew pushes back on restraining order filed against him
Summary
Dolly Parton’s nephew, Bryan Seaver, and his security company face a restraining order filed by Parton’s estate management after her death. Seaver denies threatening anyone and says the messages used against him were private talks between friends about grief and business strategy.Key Facts
- Bryan Seaver is Dolly Parton’s nephew and head of her former security team.
- Dolly Parton’s estate is managed by an entity called She's Alive, led by Parton’s longtime manager, Danny Nozell.
- A temporary restraining order was granted against Seaver and his security firm, Squadron Augmented Protection Services (SAPS), preventing contact and proximity to She's Alive employees and partners.
- The restraining order claims Seaver made violent threats and interfered with Parton’s business after her death on August 25.
- Seaver argues the texts cited as threats were private conversations expressing frustration and grief between friends.
- Seaver was fired by She's Alive in early September, shortly before the restraining order was sought.
- The judge granted the temporary order citing Seaver’s access to weapons and potential for retaliation.
- A hearing to decide if the order becomes permanent is set for October 20.
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