Lorne Greene (February 12th, 1915 – September 11th, 1987) was a Canadian actor, radio personality, and singer. His notable television roles include Ben Cartwright on the NBC's "Bonanza", and Commander Adama in the original science-fiction television series "Battlestar Galactica" and "Galactica 1980".
History with the Macy's Parade[]
Lorne Greene hosted the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade back in 1963 along with Betty White. The two of them would host the parade until 1972.
He additionally appeared the 1960, 1961, and 1982 Parades as a participant.