Key takeaways
- Bristol special livery: Dolly Parton sponsored Tyler Reddick’s #2 Chevrolet in the 2019 NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway.
- Near-victory performance: Reddick led 61 laps wearing a special blonde wig during pre-race festivities before securing a second-place finish.
- Iconic legacy: The Tennessee native leaves behind a 60-year career with over 100 million records sold and 25 Billboard Country #1 hits.
The music world lost one of its brightest stars following the death of Dolly Parton at the age of 80. With a career spanning over six decades, more than 50 recorded albums, and over 100 million copies sold worldwide, the “Queen of Country” also crossed paths with NASCAR in a memorable 2019 partnership.
During the 2019 season, Parton partnered with Richard Childress Racing (RCR) to feature her image and various business ventures—including Dollywood and her classic hits—on the #2 Chevrolet driven by Tyler Reddick in the Xfinity Series. The race took place at Bristol Motor Speedway, located in her home state of Tennessee.
Reddick embraced the tribute by wearing a iconic blonde wig during pre-race driver introductions. The special livery nearly visited Victory Lane: Reddick dominated early, leading 61 laps before crossing the finish line in second place behind race winner Christopher Bell.
Although fans hoped the partnership would extend to further races, the agreement remained a one-off special scheme for Bristol. Parton later reunited with the sport in 2022, featured in NBC Sports’ opening video sequence for the Cup Series race at Nashville Superspeedway.
NASCAR resumes track action on Saturday, August 29, for the final race of the 2026 Regular Season at Daytona International Speedway. GRANDE PRÊMIO provides complete coverage of the event. Follow all updates on our news page.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
1. Which NASCAR driver did Dolly Parton sponsor?
Dolly Parton sponsored Tyler Reddick in the 2019 NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway while he drove the #2 Chevrolet for Richard Childress Racing.
2. How did Tyler Reddick finish in the Dolly Parton-sponsored car?
Reddick finished in second place at Bristol, after leading 61 laps during the race.
3. When is the next NASCAR Cup Series race on the 2026 schedule?
The NASCAR Cup Series returns on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Daytona International Speedway for the Regular Season finale.
