Spirit on the Bridge: Celebrating TORO’s Mascot Hall of Fame Induction

December 11, 2025

The Auxiliary Bridge was roaring with spirit as our beloved Houston Texans mascot, TORO, visited our hospital to celebrate his upcoming induction into the Mascot Hall of Fame — and what a celebration it was!

TORO paraded across the bridge walkway, surrounded by a cheerful crowd decked out in Houston Texans gear and waving eye-catching props. In addition to high-fiving enthusiastic team members, patients and families along the bridge, TORO stopped to strike fun and spirited poses.

Our paw-static animal-assisted therapy dogs, Melman and Pluto, stole the show, too. The fur-credible pups took photos with TORO and our patients, which were equal parts heartwarming and hilarious.

From TORO’s grand entrance to Melman and Pluto’s star-powered meet-and-greet, the energy on the bridge was electric. Together, we gave TORO the Hall-of-Fame welcome he deserves.

Make sure to check out the photos from the parade below to see all the unforgettable moments, and, once again, congratulations to TORO on this incredible honor!