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Thousands Sign Petition To Rename Nashville International Airport After Dolly Parton

by Peace A

Published March 24, 2025

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Country musician Dolly Parton, who recently lost her husband, is once again in the news, but this time for reasons that go beyond her iconic voice and extensive music catalog. Renowned for her philanthropic efforts and entrepreneurial spirit, Parton has solidified her influence not just in the world of music but across popular culture as a whole.

Now, her contributions to humanity, most especially to her native state of Tennessee seems to be getting celebrated and rewarded in a unique way, as an online petition seeking a the renaming of the Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Dolly Parton International Airport in her honor recently emerged.

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Nashville International Airport is set to be renamed after Dolly Parton

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Dolly Parton performing/Instagram

The petition initiated by Lydia Popovich and Dan Dion is advocating that the state of Tennessee honors one of its beloved icons. The duo explained that the petition was born out of their recognition of Parton’s immense contributions as an artist whose music promotes love, acceptance, and also as a committed philanthropist who has spearheaded several notable initiatives that have profoundly impacted society. Popovich and Dion claimed that naming the airport after Parton would serve as a lasting recognition of her influence.

This effort follows a recent legislative attempt to rename the airport after President Donald Trump, which was initially removed from consideration in February and ultimately failed in a House committee on March 18.

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Dolly Parton/Instagram

The petition has now gained popularity, reflecting a popular opinion among lovers of the musician, who have stirred up discussions on social media, expressing their opinions about the intended tribute to the legendary musician since it was initiated.

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Nashville International Airport/Wikimedia Commons

Scores of people who appreciate the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer enough to want to see her accomplishments meaningfully honored have now thrown their weight behind the cause, signing the online petition, which has now amassed over 11,000 signatures.

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