MICKEY MOUSE, A FRIEND TO FAMILIES AROUND THE WORLD, SELECTED AS GRAND MARSHAL FOR THE 2005 TOURNAMENT OF ROSES
PASADENA, CA. (November 16, 2004) – In a ceremony held today at Tournament House, Mickey Mouse was revealed as the Grand Marshal for the 2005 Tournament of Roses, themed Celebrate Family. Tournament of Roses President Dave Davis was joined on stage by film and Broadway legend Julie Andrews to announce the beloved Disney icon as the Grand Marshal who will lead the family-themed New Year's Day celebration in Pasadena . As Grand Marshal, Mickey Mouse will represent the theme Celebrate Family to a worldwide television viewership as he rides in the 116 th Rose Parade, and as he tosses the coin before the 91 st Rose Bowl Game on January 1, 2005.
“Mickey Mouse has brought entertainment, joy and laughter to families around the world for 75 years and we couldn't think of a more ideal Grand Marshal to help us Celebrate Family in 2005,” said Davis .
“Mickey Mouse became a part of the Tournament of Roses family when he accompanied Walt Disney on his Grand Marshal ride in the 1966 Rose Parade, and we are delighted to welcome him back once again to help us spread New Year's cheer on January 1, 2005.”