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M&M’s clarifies controversial decision to replace ‘spokescandies’ with Maya Rudolph

The candy company says it’s proud to introduce ‘a spokesperson America can agree on’

The Independent UK · Jan 27, 2023

Corporate cowardice: M&M cave to the right with pause on their ‘woke’ spokescandies

The brand made a vague symbolic gesture – and rightwing pundits twisted it into a devious agenda. Now they’re retreating

The Guardian - US · Jan 26, 2023

Beth Kowitt: I’m sorry, but we still have to talk about M&M’s spokescandies

Welcome to a new level of crazy in the culture wars.

Tribune News Service · Jan 25, 2023

M&M’s taking ‘an indefinite pause’ from their iconic spokescandies after updates to the characters ‘broke the internet’

The mascots’ appearances were tweaked in 2022 to give them “a fresh, modern look.”

Fortune · Jan 24, 2023

M&M’s shelve ‘spokescandy’ mascots after conservative backlash

M&M's hs announced they are ditching their iconic "spokescandy" characters after backlash from a far-right political commentator.

The New Daily · Jan 24, 2023

Natasha Lyonne Stars in ‘Poker Face,’ a Peacock Howdunit

Known for her wise-cracking, quick delivery, Natasha Lyonne’s newest role in the Peacock series “Poker Face” grants her an opportunity to play a character with a personality trait she’s never played before. Lyonne’s character, Charlie, likes people.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jan 24, 2023

M&M’s replacing ‘spokescandies’ ahead of Maya Rudolph-led Super Bowl ad

Early last year, M&M’s gave the mascots more unique personalities and a new look. The rebrand sparked backlash from conservatives, including Fox News host Tucker Carlson, who have criticized the “woke M&M’s.”

Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 23, 2023

Maya Rudolph is new face of M&Ms after ‘indefinite pause’ on veteran spokescandies

Move over, Yellow, Red and Green: Maya Rudolph is replacing the iconic M&M’s “spokescandies” after the candy-coated chocolates brand inadvertently sparked backlash last year by changing its green mascot’s high-heeled boots to “polarizing” sneakers.

Los Angeles Times · Jan 23, 2023

Natasha Lyonne stars in 'Poker Face,' a Peacock howdunit

Natasha Lyonne stars in the new anthology procedural series “Poker Face” for Peacock debuting Jan. 26

The Independent UK · Jan 23, 2023

M&M’s replaces cartoon chocolate figures with actor Maya Rudolph after backlash

The company has said it will now recruit actor Maya Rudolph as its spokesperson instead of the anthropomorphic candies, as she is someone "America can agree on"

Daily Mirror · Jan 23, 2023