Tennessee court issues temporary restraining order against Dolly Parton’s nephew — Rolling Stone
A court in Nashville, Tennessee, has issued a temporary restraining order against Bryan Sevier, Dolly Parton’s nephew. Nashville Chancery Court Judge I’Shea L. Miles ordered him to stay at least 1,000 feet away from employees and business associates of the Parton estate, not enter the estate’s private property, and refrain from destructive or harassing behavior.
Grounds for the order
As Rolling Stone reports, the day before, the Parton trust accused Sevier of interfering with business relations through alleged threats, intimidation, and coercion. The judge cited correspondence attached to the lawsuit as exhibits.
The court ruling cites messages allegedly sent by Sevier which, according to the plaintiffs, contained threats directed at Danny Nozell, the sole manager of She’s Alive LLC. Parton designated this company to manage her professional activities and business interests after her death.
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The judge noted that Sevier allegedly linked threats to interfere with Parton’s commercial interests to demands for payments or other actions. At the preliminary stage, in the judge’s assessment, the messages indicate a recurring pattern of behavior: he named specific people or business interests and allegedly coupled threats with demands for money or other steps.
Next hearing
The ruling also mentions Sevier’s statements about access to weapons, experience with violence, and an intention to seek revenge. On September 15, he was removed from security work connected to Parton’s business. At the same time, according to a letter from She’s Alive’s lawyers, this does not affect his separate status as a trust beneficiary.
If Sevier decides to challenge the order, he must file a response by October 2. The next court hearing is scheduled for October 7. In a comment to TMZ, Sevier said his messages were taken out of context and denied that they constituted threats.
