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dolly partonThe estate of has appointed his niece, Danielle PartonAs its official brand ambassador. The announcement comes just weeks after his nephew, brian seaverHe was dismissed from his role as security chief amid allegations of threats. Meanwhile, a legal dispute Sewer involvement continues. Danielle will now help preserve and promote her aunt’s legacy.
Danielle Parton named brand ambassador weeks after Brian Seaver termination
Announcing the appointment, the estate highlighted Danielle’s diverse professional background. She is a commercial airline pilot, military veteran, and entrepreneur who shares Dolly’s “quick wit, strong work ethic, and independent spirit.” Additionally, an Instagram reel was also included with the announcement. In this, Dolly was shown introducing her niece to the public. (via Entertainment Weekly)
Danielle recalled how her aunt, whom the family called “Auntie Granny”, encouraged her to pursue her ambitions. After that encouragement, she became a pilot and served for 20 years in the National Guard. He also founded Shine Girl, a moonshine distillery near Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The business celebrates the Parton family’s “moonlight history” with a modern approach.
Reflecting on her aunt’s legacy, Danielle said, “Like many of you, losing her changed something for me.” She said she wanted to preserve Dolly’s values and share memories of the woman she knew.
Danielle said, “I would never try to speak for Dolly and I wouldn’t be crazy enough to try to fill her shoes.” Expressing pride in continuing the family tradition, she wrote on Instagram, “Being a Parton means hard work, big dreams and never forgetting where you came from. I’m proud to be a part of that legacy and carry it on in my own way.”
Meanwhile, Dolly’s sister Cassie Parton’s son Seaver was fired in September. A lawsuit filed by Dolly’s manager, Danny Knowzel, accused him of making threats against people concerned about the singer’s estate and legacy.
She’s Alive, LLC, the company that manages Dolly’s business interests, also obtained a temporary restraining order against Seaver. A court memorandum alleged that he began a “campaign of threats, intimidation, and coercion” weeks before Parton’s death.
However, Seaver has denied the allegations. In a statement to ABC News, he described the restraining order as “fake and merely a publicity stunt.” He also claimed that his statements were taken out of context.