NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Legendary Tennessee journalist and advocate for racial justice John Seigenthaler died Friday at the age of 86. Seigenthaler passed away at home surrounded by his family.
Mayor Karl Dean released this statement today after hearing the announcement from the family of John Seigenthaler that he has passed away.
“Today we lost an iconic figure in Nashville’s history — a man who stood for inclusiveness long before it was synonymous with our city’s culture. As a journalist, John did much more than bear witness to political and community affairs; he helped shape Nashville’s story, laying much of the groundwork for us to become the great city we are today. Personally, he has been an advisor and a friend. Our city will feel his absence. Anne and I extend our deepest condolences to Dolores, John Michael, Kerry and Jack, the apple of John’s eye.”