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1986
The city of Pasadena celebrates its 100th birthday. American Honda's "All the World Loves a Clown" sets a record for the tallest float ever in the Rose Parade at 62 feet.
1987
President Reagan signs legislation making the rose America's national flower. Tournament Rose Queen and Vice President in attendance at ceremony.
1988
First live network broadcast of the Rose Bowl Game in Spanish. First live broadcast of the Rose Parade to luxury cruise ships. First live radio broadcast of the Rose Parade from atop a moving float by radio personalities Ken and Bob of KABC-AM (Los Angeles).
1989
Tournament of Roses celebrates its Centennial. Bill Welsh of KTTV-TV marks his 42nd Rose Parade broadcast. First 3-D broadcast of Rose Parade on KTTV. Parade and game are held on Jan. 2. Rose Bowl Hall of Fame is established, honoring outstanding individuals whose achievements have contributed to the success of the Rose Bowl Game. Howard Jones (USC), Woody Hayes (Ohio State), Jim Plunkett (Stanford) and Bump Elliott (Michigan) are the first inductees.
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