70s Spots: 9-Lives & Bran Chex (1977)

“Nutritious foods cats really like.” Here’s world-renowned feline, Morris the Cat, for 9-Lives cat food. This classic 70s mascot is voiced by actor, John Irwin. After the 9-Lives spot, we have the introduction of Purina’s human food, Bran Chex. Both … Continue reading →

70s Spots: Nice’n Soft With Lil’ Softy (1979)

“It’s softy-er!” 70s mascot alert! Here’s the not-creepy-at-all Lil’ Softy doing her public exhibitionism thing for Nice’n Soft bathroom and facial tissues. The spot aired in November of 1979. The actors are Susan Tolsky and Ron Masak. Nice’n Soft Commercial, … Continue reading →

70s Spots: Wonder Bread ‘Fresh Guys’ (1972)

“One squeeze tells you why people call us The Fresh Guys.” Time to grab a few 70s mascots by the package and squeeze for freshness! It’s all on display in this spot for Wonder Bread from May of 1972. I … Continue reading →

Daily 70s Spot #430: Ace ‘Hardware Man’ (1978)

“Ace is the place with the helpful Hardware Man.” 1978 week continues now with a spot for Ace Hardware and their ever-helpful Hardware Man. Actually, there’s quite a lot of Hardware Men and Women wearing red Ace jackets in this … Continue reading →

Daily 70s Spot #391, 392: Kentucky Fried Chicken ‘Musicals’ (1975)

“Real goodness from the Colonel.” Time to enjoy two Kentucky Fried Chicken mini-musicals that aired in November of 1975. The Colonel told everyone to sing and dance…and they did with great abandon. In the first spot, which takes place in … Continue reading →

Daily 70s Spots #380, 381: Kellogg’s Rice Krispies & Special K (1971)

“Wake up on the Rice side.” Well, good morning! Here’s two Kellogg’s spots from July of 1971 to get your day off to a nutritious start. First up, Snap, Crackle and Pop for Rice Krispies. There’s an interesting choice of … Continue reading →