# Dolly Parton Estate Sues Nephew Over Threats

> Dolly Parton’s estate sues nephew for violent threats after his death announcement.
- Title: Dolly Parton Estate Sues Nephew Over Threats · Billboard
- Summary: Dolly Parton’s estate sues nephew for violent threats after his death announcement. Dolly Parton’s estate filed a lawsuit against her nephew Bryan Seaver for…
- Keywords: dolly parton, bryan seaver, she’s alive llc, danny nozell, nfl, military contractor, Dolly, Parton, Estate, Sues, Nephew, Threats
- Source: Billboard — https://billboard.com/pro/dolly-parton-estate-lawsuit-nephew
- Author: Rachel Scharf
- Published: 2026-09-23T00:23:45+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: dolly parton, bryan seaver, she’s alive llc, danny nozell, nfl, military contractor
## Estate sues nephew
Dolly Parton’s estate sued Bryan Seaver for violent threats after he announced her death on Instagram.

> I’m a killer
## Threats of violence
Seaver allegedly sent threatening messages to Parton’s attorneys and manager, claiming he was an international arms dealer and mercenary.

> I’m literally an international arms dealer and mercenary
## Security job terminated
Seaver was fired from his security role on Sept. 16 after making violent threats.
## Estate seeks protection
Parton’s estate wants a restraining order to keep Seaver at least 1,000 feet away from staff members.
## Staff members affected
Many staff members are now afraid to work or have resigned because they feel unsafe.
## Key takeaway

Dolly Parton’s estate filed a lawsuit against her nephew Bryan Seaver for violent threats and extortion after he announced her death.