Actor LeVar Burton was named the Grand Marshal of the 2022 Rose Parade today, with Tournament of Roses leadership hailing him as not just an accomplished performer, but also an advocate for literac…
Known mainly for his roles as Kunta Kinte in the miniseriesand more recently as a popular guest-host of, the 64-year-old Burton was also the longtime host and executive producer of the award-winning PBS educational seriesAs Grand Marshal, the actor will oversee the 133rd Rose Parade, which is themed “Dream. Believe. Achieve.” The parade will make its way along Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena on Jan. 1, following its cancellation this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
“I come from a family, a home the Tournament of Roses Parade and the Rose Bowl Game to follow has been a part of our family for years and years,” he said. “Steph and I have continued that tradition…We are over the moon and beyond thrilled to be part of this amazing event.”“So if you know a teacher, hug one — if you’re vaccinated,” he said.
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