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Pillsbury Doughboy enters golden years

Pillsbury Doughboy enters golden years, celebrates birthday
GRAPHIC COLLAGE BY AVANT FOOD MEDIA | SOURCE IMAGE FROM PILLSBURY
BY: Lily Cota

Lily Cota

MINNEAPOLIS — The Pillsbury Doughboy is officially entering his golden years as the brand celebrates his 60th birthday.

Following its debut in 1965, the Doughboy has been an iconic mascot for the baking company, making appearances in commercials and front-facing packaging.

In celebration of his birthday, the General Mills brand is hosting an augmented reality (AR) experience that invites consumers into the Doughboy’s home, equipped with a giant oven, keepsakes and cookbooks. Among his possessions also lies a mix of collectibles available for purchase directly from the AR experience.

“For 60 years, the Pillsbury Doughboy has been a beloved part of family traditions and everyday moments in kitchens across America,” said Michelle Odland, VP and business unit director at Pillsbury. “Inviting fans to experience the warmth of his home for the first time felt like the perfect way to celebrate this milestone birthday. Through an immersive experience and limited-edition Pillsbury collectibles, we’re giving people new ways to connect with the Doughboy and bring a touch of his delight and charm into their everyday lives.”

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The collection includes a Pillsbury Doughboy Cookie Jar, Holiday Pillsbury Shape Cookie Slippers and a Holiday Pillsbury Shape Cookie Glass Set.

Consumers can scan any can of Pillsbury crescent rolls, biscuits or cinnamon rolls to enter the experience, or visit the Pillsbury Doughboy website.

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