Will Ferrell: King of Mardi Gras!

Will Ferrell is regal and righteous in his role as king of the Bacchus parade on Sunday (February 19) in New Orleans, Louisiana.

The 44-year-old Casa de mi Padre actor performed his kingly duties from his float — he threw beads and small gifts to parade watchers as the procession moved through the city.

Will is not the only notable actor who has been the King of the Bacchus parade — he follows in the footsteps of Nicolas Cage and Charlton Heston!

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