The Tournament of Roses Monday, Sept. 22, announced the 28 finalists for the 2026 Rose Court .

The finalists stood on the front steps of the Tournament House for the announcement event. The process began earlier this month when court hopefuls took part in the first round of interviews in front of Tournament officials.

Applicants from 41 Pasadena-area schools participated in the interview process over the last three weeks, according to the Tournament.

The 28 finalists are:

-Julina Elizabeth Mireles, Gabrielino High School;

-Paloma Skye Murga, Mayfield Senior School;

-Madeline Chae, Los Angeles County High School for the Arts;

-Juliana Emma Rubio, South Pasadena High School;

-Arianna Shamo, Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy;

-Jaclyn Junghee Sim, Flintridge Preparatory School;

-Riya

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