Tennessee Governor Bill Lee Supports Renaming Nashville Airport to Honor Dolly Parton
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has publicly endorsed a proposal to rename Nashville International Airport (BNA) in honor of the late musician and philanthropist Dolly Parton. Parton passed away on August 25 at the age of 80 after a brief battle with cancer. Governor Lee issued an official statement highlighting Parton's significant contributions to the state, stating that her 'extraordinary life is forever woven into the fabric of our state.' He emphasized that renaming the airport would be a fitting tribute to her legacy as an artist, community leader, and ambassador for Tennessee. The proposal is scheduled for discussion at the next Metro Nashville Airport Authority meeting on Thursday, September 17.