Little Oscar Chef Hat, 1951-1987
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This chef hat was worn by George A. Molchan as part of his costume for the character of "Little Oscar," spokesman for Oscar Mayer, from 1951-1987. Molchan worked mostly in the Midwest, making public appearances at supermarkets, on television shows, and at various public events. He was the last Little Oscar. He tried to recruit replacements, but was unable to find anyone with the right combination of small stature and winning personality. When Molchan retired Oscar Mayer retired the Little Oscar character as well.
This chef hat was worn by George A. Molchan as part of his costume for the character of "Little Oscar," spokesman for Oscar Mayer, from 1951-1987. Molchan worked mostly in the Midwest, making public appearances at supermarkets, on television shows, and at various public events. He was the last Little Oscar. He tried to recruit replacements, but was unable to find anyone with the right combination of small stature and winning personality. When Molchan retired Oscar Mayer retired the Little Oscar character as well.
Artifact
Cap (Headgear)
Date Made
1951-1987
Subject Date
1951-1987
Creators
Unknown
Keywords
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2009.17.17
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Family of George A. Molchan.
Material
Cotton (Textile)
Technique
Embroidering
Machine-made
Color
Red
White (Color)
Inscriptions
Embrodered on front of toque in red: LITTLE / OSCAR
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