Christopher Street West Association (CSW), the 501(c)(3) nonprofit that organized the world’s first permitted LGBTQ+ parade in 1970, announced the Grand Marshall’s for the 56th annual LA Pride Parade, taking place June 14 in Hollywood.
The 2026 Grand Marshals are Jeff Hiller as this year’s Celebrity Grand Marshal, Mia Yamamoto as the Community Grand Marshal, and the late Shirley Raines as the Legacy Grand Marshal. Their visibility, courage, and lifelong commitment to authenticity reflect the enduring strength and evolution of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Jeff Hiller is an Emmy-winning actor and comedian, honored in 2025 with the award for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy for his portrayal as “Joel” on HBO’sSomebody Somewhere. He recently guest starred on Pluribus for Apple TV+, is a recurring character onStumble for NBC, as well as Hiro Murai’s upcoming series for Apple TV+, Widow’s Bay. Recently, Jeff was announced for a special guest star role in ElsbethSeason 3.
Mia F Yamamoto is a transgender LA-based criminal defense attorney and highly lauded LGBTQ+ civil rights activist. Born in the Poston War Relocation Center, a Japanese-American internment camp during World War II, Yamamoto attended Cal State University, and served in the U.S. Army, where she was awarded a National Defense Service Medal, and Vietnam Campaign and Service Medals.
Shirley “Ms. Shirley” Raines (1967–2026) was a humanitarian, activist, and the Founder of Beauty 2 the Streetz. Following the devastating loss of her young son, Raines channeled her grief into a lifelong mission of service, becoming a transformative figure in Los Angeles’ Skid Row community — where she was affectionately known by her followers and “Kings and Queens” as “Ms. Shirley.”
The LA Pride Parade route will begin at Sunset Blvd. and Highland Ave., traveling north to Hollywood Blvd., east to Cahuenga Blvd., and south back to Sunset Blvd. Pride Village, stretching along Hollywood Boulevard from Vine Street to Gower Street, is free and open to the public.
This year’s theme, “Rise with Pride,” is both a celebration and a call forward. It reflects the resilience of a community that continues to rise through change, through challenge, and through collective growth. As LA Pride enters its 56th year, the organization continues evolving from a single June celebration into a year-round institution rooted in service, access, and advocacy.