The 93rd annual Hollywood Christmas Parade returned to Hollywood Boulevard on Sunday, November 30, 2025, bringing together celebrities, civic leaders, performers, and thousands of spectators in celebration of the holiday season, all while supporting the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation.
The beloved tradition, which will air nationally on The CW on December 12th, once again transformed the heart of Hollywood into a festive, high-energy spectacle beginning at the historic TCL Chinese Theatre and stretching across the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
(Marine Toys for Tots Live Parade on November 30, 2025 in Hollywood, California. (All Photos by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for Hollywood Christmas Parade)
This year’s parade was led by Grand Marshal Luke Wilson, with Anthony Anderson honored as the 2025 Humanitarian of the Year. Returning hosts Laura McKenzie and Erik Estrada guided the annual festivities, joined by pre-show co-hosts Elizabeth Stanton and Montel Williams, who helped set the tone for an evening filled with holiday spirit, nostalgia, and community pride.
A star-studded parade lineup brought excitement to the boulevard from start to finish. Among those walking the red carpet were entertainers and personalities including Terry Fator, Byron Scott, A.C. Green, Estelle, Sharna Burgess, Brian Austin Green, and Tori Spelling, who marked the 25th wedding anniversary of their iconic Beverly Hills, 90210 characters, David and Donna. Fellow 90210 alum Ian Ziering also attended, along with standout film and television talents such as Cara Jade Myers (Killers of the Flower Moon), Jack Murillo (Battlefield Six), Vivica A. Fox, Marisol Nichols (CW’s Riverdale), Kareem Davis (Netflix’s The Therapist), Natalie Burn, Timothy Woodward Jr., Bianca and Chiara D’Ambrosio, Cesar Millan, and influencers Rachel McCord, Sebastian Topete, and Nour Khodr. Performers Liz Lentz, Melinda Lindner, Sara Reeves, Thelma Houston, and Alexia Smith, also known as Ms. Hollywood, brought additional musical and theatrical energy to the celebration.
The parade also welcomed notable local leaders and special guests including former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, General Laster, Deidra Hall and Greg Rikaart of Days of Our Lives, Anna Azerli, Harrison Cone and Laneya Grace of The Bold and the Beautiful, and Jacob Meir. Jet Velocity’s Matt Star, Tracii Guns, Janea Ebs, Jason Ebs, Sebastian Bach, Suzanne Le Bach, and Adam Kury made appearances, along with KTLA’s Andy Riesmeyer and Samantha Cortese. Euro Universe representatives Lena Dorosh and Nina Svet, the Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles, Viva Panama Queen Andra Cover, San Francisco Queen Lilah De Leon, musician David Longoria, singer Carol Connors, actress Kathy Garver, and magician Day Mori rounded out a robust roster.
Beloved entertainment groups and casts also participated, including Masters of Illusion members Murray Sawchuck and Dani Elizabeth Sawchuck, the cast of the Emmy-winning series The Bay—A Martinez, James Preston, Olivia d’Abo, and Gregori Martin—and a nostalgic appearance from The Sandlot cast members Shane Obedzinski, Marty York, and Grant Gelt. Civic involvement remained central, with Councilmembers Heather Hutt and Monica Rodriguez, Sheriff Robert Luna, and former Dodgers player Rick Monday joining the festivities. Kate Linder, Gunnar Spafford of Toys for Tots, and Domi Gergely, the organization’s Toddler of the Year, also took part.
The United States Marine Corps maintained a strong presence, reinforcing the parade’s philanthropic mission. Participants included the Marine Color Guard, the Marine Drum Major, Marine Mascot Sgt. Caesar accompanied by Harper, and the Santa Escorts with their attending officer in charge. The evening culminated in the much-anticipated arrival of Santa Claus, who closed the celebration with classic holiday cheer.
As one of the city’s longest-running and most cherished holiday traditions, the 2025 Hollywood Christmas Parade once again delivered a memorable evening filled with star power, community support, and the joyous spirit of giving back.
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