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Nashville changes airport name to honor Dolly Parton
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Nashville changes airport name to honor Dolly Parton

Expresso14 September 2026 at 18:47

Nashville decided to rename its international airport to honor Dolly Parton, less than a month after the singer's death. The change was approved unanimously by local authorities, immortalizing the artist known as the "Queen of Country" in one of the city's main symbols.

The tribute marks significant recognition of the artist, who recently passed away, celebrating her cultural legacy and her deep connection with Nashville, the city where she built much of her musical career.

If the change is completed, Dolly Parton could become the first woman to have one of the 50 busiest airports in the United States named after her, a historic milestone that highlights the artist's importance not only to country music but to American culture in general.

Why this matters

This change directly affects passengers using Nashville's airport, who will see the city's main air hub bear the name of a culturally significant figure. The decision follows a previous tribute by the city to the artist and reflects Dolly Parton's lasting impact on local and American culture.

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