Parton attended the preview for Dollywood season passholders ahead of opening for its 40th season in Tennessee.

Dolly Parton has made her first public appearance since the death of her husband, Carl Dean. Nearly two weeks after his death, Parton stepped out to attend an opening day event for Dollywood season passholders on March 14. The event was held in honor of the theme park’s 40th season celebration in Tennessee.

Dolly Parton’s first outing since the death of her late husband, Carl Thomas Dean, was all about showing love to her fans. The 79-year-old attended the 40th anniversary celebration of her Tennessee theme park,