Ringling Bros. circus clown Michael “Coco” Polakovs became the first performer to portray Ronald McDonald in a national television advertising campaign. Unlike later versions of the character, Coco’s Ronald was essentially a silent clown, relying on physical comedy rather than dialogue. Polakovs appeared as Ronald in eight commercials filmed in 1967, following an appearance in the 1966 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. His interpretation also helped refine Ronald’s familiar appearance, updating the character’s makeup, bright red wig, and costume for a national audience.

Sing the Taste 1981 Vintage Men's T-Shirt
Design Description The 1980s was the golden era of American fast food. From the menu items themselves and kids meal toy offerings to the on site playgrounds and advertising campaigns, it was a decade of drive through magic that can never be experienced again. One of the more memorable campaigns came from McDonald's and




