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Dolly Parton’s estate claims her nephew used barbed wire and caution tape to avoid being summoned
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Katy Beth Boyers, Caleb Wethington , as published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· October 6, 2026
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Key points They are said to have threatened violence and attempted to harm Dolly Parton's business interests. A court has taken action against a relative of Dolly Parton.
A court has taken action against a relative of Dolly Parton. The relative, Bryan Seaver, is accused of using unusual methods to avoid a lawsuit. Barbed wire and caution tape were allegedly used to deter process servers.
Further details are available about the allegations against Seaver and his security company. They are said to have threatened violence and attempted to harm Dolly Parton's business interests.
A temporary restraining order against Seaver has been extended by a judge, and a court hearing has been rescheduled. The order had been set to expire shortly before the hearing was to take place.
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Published: October 6, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
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