Judge dismisses case from Dolly Parton’s manager alleging her nephew threatened her estate

A Tennessee judge has dismissed a case brought by Dolly Parton’s longtime manager against her nephew, Bryan Seaver, who also headed her security. The dispute ended after the two sides reached an agreement, bringing a quiet close to a public rift within the country star’s inner circle following her death.

Manager Danny Nozell had obtained a temporary restraining order in September and sought a permanent injunction, alleging Seaver threatened Parton’s estate and its employees. The dismissal is without prejudice, so the case could be filed again; neither the court documents nor the parties have explained the agreement. Seaver’s lawyers said he cared deeply about his aunt and was grateful to put the misunderstanding behind the family.