Dolly Parton's manager seeks restraining order against nephew

Dolly Parton's management company has asked a Nashville court for a restraining order against her nephew Bryan Seaver. The filing was made on Tuesday in Davidson County. Seaver had worked as Parton's head of security and announced her death publicly last month. He was fired from that role about a week before the court filing.

The company, She's Alive, accused Seaver of threats and extortion. According to court documents, he began making threats before Parton died and continued afterward. He reportedly mentioned his military background and access to weapons. Some employees stopped working because of the intimidation, and at least one lawyer quit Parton's music business. She's Alive manages Parton's properties, including the Dollywood amusement park and a hotel.