KFC embraces nostalgia with its new Colonel Sanders
Jason Alexander, known for his role as George Costanza in “Seinfeld,” is promoting the fast-food chain’s family meals. The spokesman launched his role with an ‘80s-style commercial.
George likes his chicken spicy—but now, it appears he likes his chicken crispy, too.
The famous line uttered by “Seinfeld’s” George Costanza might dance through your head as you watch KFC’s latest ad featuring its new Colonel Sanders, Jason Alexander:
… In the spot, released Monday, parental roles and those of others in the cast, like the ever-present nosy neighbor, can apparently be filled by the colonel. There’s also a somewhat creepy couch that we’ll let you see for yourself. Another spot depicts him presenting an unusually wide tray of KFC’s latest offerings–with unusually long arms to match.
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