Hats Off in Celebration

Michelle Lofthouse

American Honda kicks off its 50th anniversary year and the 120th Tournament of Roses with a salute to the parade theme – Hats Off to Entertainment. A 49-foot tall, formally-clad replica of the company’s humanoid robot, ASIMO, ceremoniously doffs its black top hat in grand, sweeping animation signaling for the entertainment to begin in America’s New Year Celebration. Joining ASIMO for the celebration are several members of the Prairie View A&M University “Marching Storm” Band.