Thomas Lanier Williams III, known as Tennessee Williams, was a prominent American playwright and screenwriter. He rose to fame with the success of "The Glass Menagerie" in 1944, followed by other notable works such as "A Streetcar Named Desire," "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof," and "The Night of the Iguana." Williams is considered one of the foremost playwrights of 20th-century American drama, often mentioned alongside Eugene O'Neill and Arthur Miller. His writing drew from his own dysfunctional family, and his desire to break free from his puritan upbringing propelled him towards writing. Williams's work has been adapted for the cinema, and he also wrote short stories, poetry, essays, and memoirs. In 1979, he was inducted into the American Theater Hall of Fame. Born in Columbus, Mississippi, Williams had a challenging childhood due to his father's alcoholism and his own frail health. Despite early struggles, he persevered and left a lasting impact on American theater and literature.

Ernest Jennings Ford, also known as Tennessee Ernie Ford, was an American singer and television host who achieved success in country and western, pop, and gospel music. He was born on February 13, 1919, in Fordtown, Tennessee, and developed a passion for music at an early age. After serving in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II, Ford pursued a career in radio and music, eventually signing with Capitol Records in 1949. Known for his rich bass-baritone voice, he released numerous hit singles, including "Sixteen Tons," which became his signature song and propelled him to crossover stardom. Additionally, Ford hosted his own prime-time variety program, The Ford Show, on NBC television from 1956 to 1961. Throughout his career, Ford's down-home humor and distinctive musical style endeared him to audiences across various genres. He left a lasting impact on the music industry and remains a beloved figure in American entertainment history.

Tennessee Thomas, born on December 17, 1984, is a renowned British drummer, best known for her role in the bands The Like and Nice as Fuck. Being the daughter of Pete Thomas, the drummer for Elvis Costello and the Attractions, Thomas started her musical journey at the age of 13. She initially gained recognition as the drummer of the indie rock group The Like, formed in 2001. Thomas's multifaceted career also extends to acting, with notable roles portraying drummers in fictional bands. Her activism and artistry are evident through her involvement with female activists and artists, including Lena Dunham and Alexa Chung, advocating for women's rights in political spaces. Thomas further demonstrates her creativity through her establishment of the Deep End Club, a boutique shop and club in Manhattan's East Village with a "graphic '60s vibe." In 2016, she joined forces with Jenny Lewis and Erika Forster to form the "supergroup" trio Nice As Fuck. With her unwavering commitment to activism, Thomas has also been an advocate for Bernie Sanders, using the Deep End Club as a headquarters for this cause. Her notable acting roles include appearances in the film "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" and the music video for Jenny Lewis's "Just One of the Guys." Thomas's diverse talents and unwavering activism continue to make her a prominent figure in the music and art world.