Dolly Parton estate sues nephew over alleged threats and intimidation

Estate files restraining order request

She's Alive, the company managing Parton's businesses, sought a temporary civil restraining order against Seaver. Legal documents state that staff members feel unsafe due to alleged deliberate threats from the former security operative. The estate claims these actions went beyond ordinary workplace disputes.

Seaver denies making threats

Bryan Seaver has denied the allegations and stated that quoted messages were taken out of context. He told TMZ that the communications represented rage talk between two grieving men rather than genuine threats. His company described the dismissal as unexpected and unexplained.

Specific alleged statements cited

Court filings include quotes where Seaver allegedly called himself a killer and an international arms dealer. He is also accused of claiming he would ruin Dolly's brand partnerships if not paid. The lawsuit notes that some employees have resigned because they do not feel safe.