Let her fly! Petition to rename Nashville airport after Dolly Parton gains traction after country icon’s death

Fans Push to Rename Nashville Airport for Dolly Parton

A surging online push to rename Nashville International Airport for the beloved Tennessean superstar could get snagged in bureaucracy and politics.

Aug 27, 2026

Tennessee plans to rename Nashville airport after Dolly Parton

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee (R) announced a proposal Friday to rename Nashville’s airport in honor of Dolly Parton, following the late country music star’s death earlier this week. “Dolly Parton’s extraordinary life is forever woven into the fabric of our state,” Lee said in a statement announcing this proposed change. “From her rural mountain home…

Aug 28, 2026

Tennessee moves to rename Nashville airport for Dolly Parton days after beloved icon's death

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee announced plans to rename Nashville International Airport after Dolly Parton following a petition with over 155,000 signatures.

Aug 28, 2026

Let her fly! Petition to rename Nashville airport after Dolly Parton gains traction after country icon’s death

The Change.org petition -- "Rename Nashville International Airport to Dolly Parton International Airport" -- blasted past 100,000 signatures Wednesday.

Aug 26, 2026