Dolly Parton's Nephew Boasts About Being Famous For Announcing Her Death

Dolly Parton's Nephew I'm the Face of the Biggest Social Post Ever!!! Published September 23, 2026 9:10 AM PDT Dolly Parton's death put the world in mourning ... and apparently put her nephew in main-character mode. According to text messages submitted in court docs related to the Dolly estate war, her nephew Bryan Seaver boasted, "But I'm now the face of the biggest social media post in human history." Bryan was referring to the August 25 video in which he announced Dolly's death -- a post that suddenly thrust him into the global spotlight. He goes on to say everyone wanted to interview him ... while describing himself as "literally an international arms dealer and mercenary." Bryan -- Dolly's head of security for more than two decades -- was the family member she selected to tell the world she'd died. Dolly's nephew and his security companies have since been fired from every Dolly property. Dolly's longtime manager, Danny Nozell, recently filed for a restraining order, accusing Bryan of threats and intimidation. The alleged threats have already driven staffers to quit or stop coming in to work ... while some now need private security at home. Bryan has denied making threats, saying his messages were taken out of context -- though he told TMZ he stands by most of his comments. Related articles Dolly Parton Bryan Seaver Danny Nozell Celebrity News Family Musicians Exclusive Dolly Parton Death