In a stunning revelation from her latest memoir, Dolly Parton discloses a dark moment in her life when she found herself on the brink of suicide following an affair that shattered her world.
The iconic country music star, now 71, bared her soul in “Dolly on Dolly,” recounting the depths of despair she experienced after the breakup of her extramarital relationship.
One fateful afternoon, as Parton sat in her bedroom consumed by anguish, she came face to face with a haunting choice.
The memoir recounts her chilling encounter with a gun tucked away in her nightstand, a grim reminder of her inner turmoil.
Reflecting on that harrowing moment, she shared how she contemplated ending it all until an unexpected interruption changed everything.
It was her beloved dog Popeye, with his playful trot up the stairs, who intervened at a critical juncture.
The sound of his eager paws reverberated through the room, jolting Parton out of her trance and prompting a pause.
In that instant, she set the gun aside, a decision that she attributes to a higher power.
Parton mused that Popeye might have been a divine messenger, steering her away from the precipice of self-destruction.
While the identity of the person involved in the affair remains undisclosed, rumors abound linking Parton to Gregg Perry, a prominent figure in her professional life during the early ’80s.
Despite the emotional turmoil she endured, the enigmatic singer has chosen to veil certain aspects of her personal history in secrecy.
Shedding tears in solitude, she remains steadfast in her resolve to preserve a sense of mystique surrounding her past tribulations.
Speculation surrounding Parton’s marriage to Carl Dean has persisted over the years, with whispers of a connection between the songstress and her close confidante Judy Ogle.
Yet, amid swirling rumors and conjecture, Parton has maintained a steadfast silence on the subject of her relationships beyond what is publicly known.
Refusing to be drawn into the web of gossip, she guards her private life with a fierce determination.
Unveiling a glimpse into her tumultuous journey, Parton acknowledges the probing inquiries about her fidelity with candor.
While skirting around explicit details, she offers a cryptic response regarding her union with Carl Dean, emphasizing the enduring bond they share.
With unwavering loyalty to her husband, she affirms their commitment to each other, painting a portrait of enduring love that transcends the trials of fame and scrutiny.
