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Parade Sparks Outrage: Viewers Slam Thanksgiving Kick-off
27 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Cynthia Erivo's performance opened the 99th annual parade.
- Many viewers criticized the parade's opening performance and content.
- New balloons like Buzz Lightyear and Super Mario featured this year.
The 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade commenced this year with an opening performance by Cynthia Erivo. While Erivo delivered a powerful rendition of Nina Simone's 'Feeling Good,' her performance and the subsequent parade content sparked considerable backlash online. Numerous viewers took to social media to express their dissatisfaction, with some labeling the event as 'woke BS' and criticizing its perceived progressive agenda. Several individuals stated they turned off the broadcast due to their objections to the parade's direction.
