- Drew Helen Washington the 94th Rose Queen
This morning I was able to shoot one of my favorite events of the year and I must say, the young ladies where very impressive!
I can guaranty you my High School report card didn’t look like theirs!
October 18, 2011) – The Pasadena Tournament of Roses named Drew Helen Washington as the 94th Rose Queen today. This announcement concludes a month-long process that began with approximately 1,000 Pasadena-area young women who participated in the Tournament of Roses Royal Court tryouts. Queen Drew was selected from the recently appointed seven-member Royal Court. The Rose Queen and Royal Court will reign over the 2012 Tournament of Roses festivities, culminating in the 123rd Rose Parade® presented by Honda and themed Just Imagine…, and the 98th Rose Bowl Game® presented by VIZIO.
Quote of the Day:
“Remember not only to say the right thing in the right place, but far more difficult still, to leave unsaid the wrong thing at the tempting moment.”
– Benjamin Franklin
Ok, as a female I have to say I love their dresses lol. But these photos are beautiful. I never heard of this event. Thanks for posting it
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Hi Kay,
I’m surprised you never heard of the Rose Parade!
It’s held on January 1st every year.
Regarding the dresses, they came from Macy’s.
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I love the expressions on the faces when they find out who won. Priceless.
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The top shot is just great Michael.
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