Tennessee moves to rename Nashville International Airport in Dolly Parton’s honor
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Key Points:
- Nashville International Airport may be renamed in honor of Dolly Parton, following an announcement by Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and the airport on Friday.
- The renaming aims to create a lasting tribute to Parton's legacy and her impact on Tennessee and the world, with the proposal set to be discussed at the Metro Nashville Airport Authority meeting on September 17.
- Parton, who passed away at age 80 after a brief battle with cancer, was celebrated for her music, philanthropy, and Southern charm, including founding the Dollywood Foundation and Imagination Library.
- A petition to rename the airport after Parton, started over a year before her death, has gathered over 160,000 signatures and received support from local officials.
- Gov. Lee emphasized Parton's significance as a Tennessee icon and expressed that naming the airport after her would honor her enduring legacy of generosity, faith, and kindness.
