The Tournament of Roses named Ervin “Magic” Johnson its 2026 grand marshal for its 137th Rose Parade.

Johnson, a legendary former professional athlete, whose career with the Los Angeles Lakers throughout the 1980s personified the coming year’s parade’s theme: “The Magic in Teamwork.”

Johnson joins an eclectic mix of astronauts, entertainers, military leaders, politicians, sports stars, well-known figures from the worlds of business, journalism and science — a cartoon character and two beloved puppets — on a list that dates back to the 1890 inaugural Rose Parade.

How many do you remember or recognize?

2020s

2020 – Laurie Hernández, Rita Moreno and Gina Torres

2021 – None ( parade cancelled amid coronavirus pandemic .)

2022 – LeVar Burton

2023 – Gabby Giffords

2024 – Audra

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