2024 Royal Court | Photo Credit: Parrish Lewis Photography.
Bud Billiken® Day Parade’s Royal Court first appeared in 1949. The contest targets children of African American descent residing in and around the city of Chicago between the ages of 11-12 years. Education is a focal point of the contest as academic essays are required for consideration. The chosen King and Queen are thought to represent all children and preside over “Bud Billiken® Land …where things are as they ought to be.” Children of the Royal Court must uphold the integrity and esteem that reflect the core values of Bud Billiken®.
2024 Royal Court
King: Lawrence Williams
Queen: Lyla Wilson
Crown Prince: Melvin Jefferson
Crown Princess: Aniya Mallory
Prince: Kendall Mallory, Jr.
Princess: Aliyah Rangel
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