The Pasadena Tournament of Roses® proudly announces that Billie Jean King, sports icon and champion for equality, will serve as the Grand Marshal of the 2025 Rose Parade® presented by Honda.
Tournament of Roses President Ed Morales announced today on the front steps of the iconic Tournament House as King made a grand entrance to Elton John’s hit song “Philadelphia Freedom”—a song famously written in her honor.
King’s selection as Grand Marshal ties seamlessly into this year’s parade theme: “Best Day Ever!”, celebrating life’s best moments…