Tennessee Football to Honor Dolly Parton with Helmet Sticker in 2026
The University of Tennessee announced that its football team will wear a helmet sticker in memory of Dolly Parton throughout the 2026 season. Parton, a renowned country music artist and philanthropist, passed away on August 25 at the age of 80 after battling cancer.
The commemorative sticker will feature a butterfly emblem, a symbol associated with Parton's brand. Known for her deep ties to East Tennessee, Parton achieved global fame by selling over 100 million records and was also recognized for her charitable contributions and entrepreneurial ventures.
Parton's Dollywood theme park plays a significant role in the tourism sector of East Tennessee. She performed the unofficial fight song