Lea Michele and Funny Girl cast practice ahead of performance set for Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

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Thursday's 2022 Macy's Thanksgiving Parade garnered nearly 28 million viewers, making it the most watched parade in the last five years.The live telecast - which featured performances from Mariah Carey, Paula Abdul and Lea Michele among others -  was also NBC’s highest entertainment program in both demographics and total viewers for the year according to Deadline.The parade was also Peacock’s most popular streaming event ever, doubling the numbers of the 2021 parade.

performed her hit song “Straight Up” from the 1988 album Forever Your Girl during Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, complete with a tap break. If you mostly recognize as a judge on shows like and , well, consider this performance an example of her credentials. Dressed in a gold bodysuit, Abdul stunned the audience with her moves—especially rapper , who can be seen dancing enthusiastically among the crowd. This content can also be viewed on the site it from.Flavor Flav isn't the only one who loved Abdul's performance.

Dionne Warwick bundled up while riding on a float in the 96th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. The 81-year-old singer-songwriter donned a blue and brown fur coat that extended all the way down to the ground. She added a white beanie to her short hair as she sat relaxed on New York Life's Toy House of Marvelous Milestones float.  Keeping warm: Dionne Warwick bundled up while riding on a float in the 96th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day ParadeThe six-time Grammy winner waved to onlookers as the procession made its way through the New York City streets.  This year is the third time Warwick has appeared in the parade and the first time since 1984. The Heartbreaker singer sang What the World Needs Now which she first performed in the 1960s on the float, one of many performers to sing during the parade.  Stylish coat: The 81-year-old singer-songwriter donned a blue and brown fur coat that extended all the way down to the ground Warm headwear: She added a white beanie to her short hair as she sat relaxed on New York Life's Toy House of Marvelous Milestones float Third appearance: This year is the third time Warwick has appeared in the parade and the first time since 1984 Funny: Her appearance out came just a week after she cracked a hilarious joke about former Saturday Night Live alum Pete Davidson Joss Stone, Mariah Carey, Gloria Estefan, Ziggy Marley, Paula Abdul and a number of others also performed. Her appearance out came just a week after she cracked a hilarious joke about former Saturday Night Live alum Pete Davidson. She took to Instagram last week to declare that she wants to be the next person to date the 28-year-old comedian after the ex of Kim Kardashian was romantically linked to Emily Ratjkowski. Dionne took

Just before the arrival of Santa’s sleigh, Mariah Carey closed out the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with a performance of her signature holiday hit “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” You can watch it below.

Hollywood loves to hop onto social media on Thanksgiving morning to show their fans how they are celebrating America's excuse to one day of the year overeat like crazy.Some are busy in the kitchen putting the turkey in the oven or decorating that apple pie just so or showing off their autumnal décor.Others are on power walks to prepare for the big, calorie-laden feast or taking in a football game with their pals or the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade with Lea Michele performing.Here is a look at what the A list of Tinseltown - including Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas - are up to this Thursday in the last big holiday before Christmas. Happy T-Day! Catherine Zeta-Jones and husband Michael Douglas are seen with their kids Dylan and Carys as they wished their fans a Happy Thanksgiving Nice photo: Mark Wahlberg shared a still life image with pumpkins and sunflowers as he wrote, 'Happy Thanksgiving! What are you most grateful for this year?'It is one of the biggest holidays of the year with almost 300 million Americans dining on a turkey dinner with all the fixings like mashed potatoes and brussels sprouts.There is also the tradition of watching the famed Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade from New York City. About 3 million people are expected to attend the 96th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in Manhattan as the weather warms up and skies are clearThe parade will feature 16 giant characters, 28 floats, 12 marching bands, 700 clowns and several music stars.

The Thanksgiving Day parade had some major star power on Thursday morning.Singer and American Idol alum Paula Abdul, 60, glowed in a metallic outfit as she lit up the festivities in New York City while on a float.The star looked slender in the sparkly number as she belted out her 1988 hit song Straight Up. Also at the parade were singers Jordin Sparks, Lea Michele and Mariah Carey. Still go it: The Thanksgiving Day parade had some major star power on Thursday morning.

Singer and actress Lea Michele stood out on Thanksgiving Day on Thursday.The 36-year-old Glee vet wore a bright red costume and black hat with feather from her Funny Girl Broadway show as she sang the hit tune Don't Rain On My Parade.The mother of one was performing during the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. Showstopper: Singer and actress Lea Michele stood out on Thanksgiving Day on ThursdayAlso there were Paula Abdul, Jordin Sparks and Mariah Carey.  Along with the iconic balloons, the parade will also feature 28 floats, 12 marching bands, 700 clowns and several music stars are set to make their way through on Thanksgiving Day.She was seen rehearsing in October.  Powerful: The Glee vet wore a bright red costume and black hat with feather from her Funny Girl Broadway show as she sang the hit tune Don't Rain On My Parade Sing it girl! .

She's preparing for her very first appearance in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. And Paula Abdul braved the cold in style as she promoted her upcoming performance in New York on Wednesday.The showbiz icon, 60, bundled up in an edgy black trench coat as she arrived to the Today show. Winter fashionista! Paula Abdul braved the cold in style as she promoted her upcoming performance in New York on WednesdayThe star worked a head full of perfectly glossy waves and face glammed up with an expertly applied coat of makeup.Long, full lashes, a glossy slick of red lipstick, and peachy blush enhanced her natural beauty.

Sarah Hyland and Paula Abdul kept warm in black outfits as they rehearsed for the upcoming Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.The two entertainers, 31 and 60, were spotted in the Big Apple as they prepared for the annual televised event.The Modern Family alum donned a long double-breasted trench coat while the seasoned dancer wore leggings and a sweatshirt.  Working! Sarah Hyland and Paula Abdul kept warm in black outfits as they rehearsed for the upcoming Macy's Thanksgiving Day ParadePaula, who famously choreographed Janet Jackson in the early 90s, looked better than ever.The former American Idol judge pulled her brunette locks back as she got to work busting a move with backup dancers.  The California-born performer showed off her trim figure as she rocked clinging leggings over dark pantyhose, finishing with classic dance shoes.She layered her NIL&MON Devil Doll sweatshirt over a mock neck bodysuit with thumb holes.