Dolly Parton to Be Honored for ‘Outstanding Contributions’ With Nashville Chamber’s 2026 Icon Award
A Music City event will be held to celebrate individuals who have helped shape and continue to shape the area.
The Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce plans to honor Dolly Parton with its 2026 Icon Award posthumously during its Annual Celebration 2026, set to take place on September 17 at Nissan Stadium. The event recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to Nashville and Middle Tennessee, shaping the region's business, education, healthcare, music, civic life, workforce development, and philanthropy sectors.
Parton joins three other posthumous recipients, including civic and business leader Ronald L. Corbin and philanthropic leader Martha R. Ingram. More honorees will be recognized with the 2026 Spirit of the Region Awards, including Dave Briggs, C. Wright Pinson M.D. and Dr. Shanna L. Jackson Ed. D., Mark Heffernan, Leisa Gill, Monchiere’ Holmes-Jones, Hal Lawton, members of the Super Bowl Bid Committee, and Sarah Trahern. Parton, a member of several music halls of fame, passed away at 80 on August 25 in Nashville.
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