Kathy Hilton will no longer serve as the grand marshal for the 2026 West Hollywood Pride Parade after her selection sparked backlash from some members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Just six days after WeHo Pride organizers announced on their website that 67-year-old Katie would become an honorary member of the Grand Marshal Icon team, they reversed themselves and announced that the position would no longer be filled.
«"After careful consideration, the City of West Hollywood, the WeHo Pride team, and Kathy Hilton have concluded that the 2026 WeHo Pride parade will not feature the honorary Grand Marshal award," the city, WeHo Pride team, and Hilton said in a joint statement released Wednesday, June 3.
«"The announcement of Kathy Hilton as the grand marshal for the 2026 WeHo Pride parade has resonated widely within our community. Over the past few days, community members have shared insightful feedback on the role and significance of the individuals honored in the Pride parade," the statement reads.
«"The City of West Hollywood is grateful for the respectful and sincere dialogue that has taken place. These conversations reflect the passion of the West Hollywood Pride community and highlight the importance of West Hollywood Pride continuing to honor the history, values, and diverse voices of the LGBTQ+ community.".
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Katie said she was honored to be considered for the position and that she was "grateful for the support she received from community members.".
«"The reason I wanted to participate in WeHo Pride weekend this year was simple: to celebrate, support, and share the joy of a community that means so much to so many people. Pride has always been and will always be about celebrating and supporting the voices, experiences, and achievements of the LGBTQ+ community," said Katie.
Star reality show "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills"« She added that she will continue to support organizations close to her heart, including GLAAD, the Elton John AIDS Foundation, the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (since its inception), Dr. Matilda Krim, God's Love We Deliver, and Project Angel Food.
«"My support for the community and WeHo Pride is unwavering. This incredibly important event has always held a special place in my heart, and I will forever cherish the experience I had as the LA Pride Parade Master of Ceremonies with my daughter in 2005," she added. "Thank you to everyone who works so hard to make this happen, and I wish the community nothing but love, joy, and a fantastic WeHo Pride weekend.".
The WeHo Pride parade is scheduled for the weekend from Friday, June 5th to Sunday, June 7th.
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