Dolly Parton is mourning her husband of nearly 60 years while holding tight to their memories and leaning on her Dollywood family. Parton surprised fans and Dollywood season passholders on March 14 at the opening celebration for the theme park’s 40th season,

Over a week after her husband Carl Dean's passing,Dolly Partonmade her first public appearance to celebrate the 40-year anniversary of the beloved Dollywood. The country music superstar paid tribute to her late longtime partner during her surprise showing at the 40th season sneak peek for the Tennessee amusement park.