Dolly Parton's manager accuses her nephew of threats and intimidation

Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Dolly Parton died in August at the age of 80

Music correspondent Published 7 minutes ago Dolly Parton's management company has accused her nephew of "threats, intimidation, and coercion", revealing a bitter battle over the late star's legacy and business interests.

The accusations against Bryan Seaver, who was Parton's head of security and was handpicked to announce her death last month, have been made public in legal documents filed this week.

The company that manages Parton's businesses and properties, She's Alive, is seeking a temporary civil restraining order against him.

In court filings, She's Alive alleged that Seaver mounted "an obscene, deliberate and escalating campaign of threats", claiming he would ruin her empire if the estate did not pay him. He has denied the claims.