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UPDATED Aug 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET
Aug 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET
Nashville Airport Renaming Proposal Honors Dolly Parton
By The BriefBrief
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee said he supports renaming Nashville International Airport for Dolly Parton, citing her Tennessee roots and philanthropic impact. Metro Nashville Airport Authority leaders are expected to discuss the proposal on September 17, after an online petition surpassed 150,000 signatures. A policy generally requires honorees be deceased at least two years.
WHO: Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee; Metro Nashville Airport Authority; Nashville airport leadership; Dolly Parton; public petition supporters
WHAT: A proposal to rename Nashville International Airport in honor of Dolly Parton, with an authority discussion scheduled and a petition showing strong public support.
WHEN: Reported Aug 31, 2026 at 3:53 AM ET
WHERE: Nashville International Airport (Metro Nashville Airport Authority), Tennessee
WHY: The proposal is being advanced to recognize Parton’s connection to Tennessee and her lasting influence on music and philanthropy.
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