Nashville, TN, August 29, 2026 — A proposal to rename Nashville International Airport in honor of country music icon Dolly Parton has been announced by the governor of Tennessee. The announcement of the planned tribute comes in the wake of the country music legend’s passing.

Details surrounding the specific timeline for this initiative, the exact name proposed for the airport, and the official process for such a change were not immediately available. The governor’s office made the announcement regarding the plans for a Dolly Parton airport in Nashville.

Nashville International Airport (BNA) is a major air hub serving the capital of Tennessee and the surrounding region. The proposal aims to recognize Parton’s significant cultural impact and contributions, particularly her deep ties to the state and the country music genre.

The summary provided does not include the name of Tennessee’s governor who made the announcement, nor does it specify the date of the announcement or the date of Dolly Parton’s death, which is cited as the context for the proposal. Further information regarding the feasibility study, public consultation, potential costs, and legislative steps required for renaming the airport has not been disclosed.

Dolly Parton, a beloved singer, songwriter, actress, and philanthropist, has a long-standing and celebrated career, making her a prominent figure both in Tennessee and globally. The proposed airport designation would mark a significant public acknowledgment of her legacy.


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