The two were together for more than 60 years, and it is very clear that Parton is still hurting — and always will be — when she talks about him. And the 79-year-old country music legend recently revealed just what that pain might mean for the future of her country music career.

Country Music Hall of Fame member Ray Stevens is in recovery after undergoing minimally invasive heart surgery on the morning of July 9, according to his social media. Last week, the 86-year-old complained of chest pain and was admitted to a Nashville hospital.

Ray Stevens is on the mend following a health scare. The country singer, 86, underwent surgery after suffering a heart attack on Friday, July 4. “Country Music Hall of Fame member Ray Stevens is in recovery after undergoing minimally invasive heart surgery yesterday morning,