Tennessee Volunteers plan tributes to Dolly Parton for season-opener
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Last updated Sep 4, 2026

The Tennessee Volunteers will honor the late country music legend Dolly Parton throughout their upcoming season-opener. Athletic director Danny White announced via social media that the program plans several tributes during Saturday's game. In addition to helmet stickers, fans are encouraged to remain in their seats during the halftime show and between the third and fourth quarters for scheduled programming. Parton, an icon associated with the university, died last week at age 80 following a battle with cancer. She previously performed at Neyland Stadium during a 2023 game against Georgia.
- •Tennessee will wear helmet stickers to honor Dolly Parton this season.
- •Athletic director Danny White confirmed tributes during Saturday’s season-opener.
- •Events are scheduled during the halftime show and between the third and fourth quarters.
- •Parton died last week at age 80 due to cancer.
- 6:01 AMYahoo Sports — College football team to honor Dolly Parton throughout season-opener
"The athletic director revealed the news on social media.
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