Dolly Parton has announced that she will no longer be touring and would instead spend more time at home with her hubby.

Dolly Parton Chooses Family Over Tours: A Love Story Unveiled

Legendary Country Icon’s Decision: A Life of Love Over Fame

Dolly Parton, the revered 77-year-old country music legend, has officially bid farewell to touring. While still actively creating music, she is redirecting her focus to spending quality time with her cherished husband, Carl Thomas Dean.

The couple’s enduring love story began in 1964 when they met in Nashville. Carl, 21, was captivated by Dolly, 18, and proclaimed, “As soon as I saw her, I knew I had to marry her.” This marked the beginning of their fifty-year journey of love.

Despite her record label’s advice to delay marriage for career reasons, Dolly and Carl chose to wed in a private ceremony in 1966. Their commitment was celebrated with a reaffirmation of vows on their 50th anniversary in 2016.

Dolly explains her decision to step back from tours: “I would rather spend more time with my husband at home… as we’re both getting older.” She emphasizes the unpredictability of life, expressing concern about being away if someone needs her.

Currently, Dolly is channeling her creative energy into rock ‘n’ roll music for her husband. Nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, she shares, “I’d like to record an album primarily for him.”

Beyond music, Dolly is immersed in various projects, including her NBC special and collaboration with Reese Witherspoon on the film “Run, Rose, Run.”

Dolly’s Health Journey: A Lesson Learned

Dolly Parton’s decision to prioritize family stems from past health struggles. In the 1980s, she battled endometriosis, ignoring warning signs until collapsing on stage at 35. Disregarding her health, she continued performing, leading to an emergency situation and postponement of her tour.

Reflecting on that challenging period, Dolly admits, “I wasn’t taking care of myself… overwhelmed by psychological and emotional problems.” Her past health scare serves as a poignant reminder that self-care is paramount.

As Dolly embraces a slower pace, her fans celebrate her legacy, thanking her for decades of inspiration and music.