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Billie Jean King named grand marshal for the 136th Rose Parade on Jan. 1
Tennis great Billie Jean King will preside over the 136th Rose Parade as grand marshal next year. King was introduced in a shower of confetti on the lawn of Tournament House in Pasadena while “Philadelphia Freedom” blared.
‘A dream come true’: Sports, equity icon Billie Jean King named 2025 Rose Parade grand marshal
With an impact far beyond a tennis court, the Tournament of Roses chose Billie Jean King as the 2025 Tournament of Roses grand marshal, recognizing her work elevating women in sports.
Billie Jean King named grand marshal of the 2025 Tournament of Roses
Hailed as a sports legend and champion of equality, tennis great Billie Jean King was named the grand marshal of the 2025 Tournament of Roses on Monday, meaning she will lead the 136th Rose Parade and take part in pregame ceremonies during the 111th Rose Bowl Game.
Billie Jean King named grand marshal of 2025 Rose Parade
Former tennis champion and gender equality advocate Billie Jean King was named grand marshal of the 2025 Tournament of Roses parade in Pasadena on Monday. “I had a unique opportunity. I didn’t know the word platform,
Billie Jean King to Lead the 2025 Rose Parade as Grand Marshal in Pasadena
Billie Jean King has been named the grand marshal for the 2025 Tournament of Roses Parade, reflecting her sports legacy and commitment to gender equality.
Tennis icon, Billie Jean King, named 2025 Tournament of Roses Grand Marshal
In 1973, King lobbied for equal prize money for men and women at the U.S. Open. As a result of her advocacy, the U.S. Open became the first major tournament to offer equal prize money to both sexes.
Billie Jean King Named Grand Marshall for 136th Rose Parade
As Grand Marshal, King will ride down Colorado Boulevard, ushering in the new year with the beauty and tradition the Parade is known for and participate in the pre-game ceremony at the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the 111th Rose Bowl Game.
Long Beach native Billie Jean King to be Rose Parade Grand Marshal
Hailed as a sports legend and champion of equality, tennis great Billie Jean King was named today the grand marshal of the 2025 Tournament of Roses, meaning she will lead the 136th Rose Parade and take part in pregame ceremonies during the 111th Rose Bowl Game.
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Billie Jean King to grand marshal NYC pride parade
In a year in which the New York City Pride Parade will reverse course, a mainstay of the women's, gay and human rights movements will be among its grand marshals. Indeed, Billie Jean King will ...
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Honorary captain Billie Jean King comes on field for Super Bowl LVI coin toss
Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt celebrates the Chiefs' Super Bowl LVII victory and is ready for the team's parade and the city of Kansas City to host the 2023 NFL Draft.
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Billie Jean King named Rose Parade’s Grand Marshal
As Grand Marshal, King gets the honor of leading the 136th Rose Parade down Colorado Boulevard, in the heart of Pasadena, on New Year's Day, and taking part in pre-game ceremonies during the 111th ...