Krewe of Morpheus Names LSU's 'Tiger Tuba Kent' as Grand Marshal

Krewe of Morpheus names LSU's 'Tiger Tuba Kent' as grand marshal

The Krewe of Morpheus has announced that Louisiana State University's beloved Tuba player, Kent Broussard, will serve as grand marshal of the parade in 2026.

LSU marching band’s Tuba Kent named grand marshal of New Orleans Mardi Gras parade

Kent Broussard made history in August when he became the oldest freshman in LSU’s Golden Band from Tiger Land, by a long shot. The 66-year-old former liquor company executive suddenly became a sensation, being featured on "Good Morning America," "The…

66-year-old Tiger Band member 'Tuba Kent' to lead New Orleans' Krewe of Morpheus as Grand Marshall

NEW ORLEANS — Kent Broussard, the 66-year-old tuba player who made headlines nationwide after he made the Golden Band From Tigerland, will lead the Krewe of Morpheus this Mardi Gras. Broussard, best known as Tuba Kent, will be the Grand Marshall of Morpheus when it rolls on Feb. 13, 2026, the Krewe announced on its Facebook page on Wednesday.Broussard is a retired accountant who always dreamed of joining LSU's band program. His story of taking c…