The first LA Pride pride parade, and the world’s first gay pride parade, was on June 28, 1970. According to Reverend Troy Perry, “The Police Commission voted 4 to 1 to place conditions on the parade permit. Together we represent how much stronger we are when we celebrate all of what we are.”
I am humbled to be among such a powerful and diverse group of grand marshals. It has not been without heartache, pain, sacrifice and growth. “The LGBTQI community has come a long way in the last 50 years. “I am honored to be a part of this year’s Pride celebration,” Wilson told ABC7. This year’s community grand marshals are Phill Wilson and the Los Angeles LGBT Center will be the organizational grand marshal. “Our collaboration with LA Pride is a commitment to reflecting and serving the diverse communities that represent our audience.” “We’re proud to bring the LA Pride Parade celebration to viewers across Southern California,” said Cheryl Fair, president and general manager of ABC7.
