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Here Ye, Here Ye! 2021 Cheez-It® Bowl Crowns Its First-Ever Mascot With A Royal Decree

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Kellogg Company has introduced Prince Cheddward as the official mascot for the 2021 Cheez-It® Bowl on December 29. Celebrating its 100th anniversary, Cheez-It aims to enhance the bowl experience with this new character, who embodies the fun and spirit of the game. The mascot will engage fans, whether at the Camping World Stadium or at home. This announcement continues a trend of increasing brand visibility within sports events and aims to leverage the excitement surrounding college football to drive further consumer engagement.

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BATTLE CREEK, Mich., Dec. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- No matter if you're cheering for Clemson University or Iowa State University during the 2021 Cheez-It® Bowl on December 29, there's a new mascot entering the playing field. Presenting his royal cheezness, Prince Cheddward. Regal, orange-blooded and wheel-headed, Prince Cheddward is joining a line-up of iconic college football characters as the Cheez-It Bowl's first-ever mascot and heir to the Cheez-A-Lot throne.

From his Cheez-It crowned, cheese-wheel head, to his royal Cheez-It sceptre, Prince Cheddward embodies the excitement Cheez-It brings to bowl game season with the perfect mix of Cheez-It brand elements in lovable mascot form. With the help of Prince Cheddward, Cheez-It will cap off a year of 100th birthday celebrations by encouraging the competing teams to play like kings. Whether fans are cheering at Camping World Stadium or from home while enjoying Cheez-It crackers, the essential game day snack, Prince Cheddward will deliver unpredictable, entertaining moments ahead of and throughout this year's Cheez-It Bowl.

"We kicked off our 100th year with a Cheez-Itennial cake and knew we had to keep the party going until the very end," said Erin Storm, brand senior director for Cheez-It. "Over the past three years, the Cheez-It Bowl has seen unbeatable action, towering Cheez-It Box seats and end zones packed with animatronic cheese wheel fans, but this year calls for the royal treatment. Prince Cheddward takes team spirit to the next level, and we can't wait for him to help bring fans into the fun of the cheesiest bowl game of the season."

Tune in for the 2021 Cheez-It Bowl December 29 at 5:45 p.m. ET on ESPN to see Prince Cheddward's royally cheesy stadium debut and help him cheer on the competing teams. Loved last year's Cheez-It Wheel Fans? We did, too, so we're bringing them back – this time next to real live fans, too.

Whether it be the Cheez-It Bowl or any bowl season game, Cheez-It offers a cheesy, crunchy satisfaction that is guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser and an essential part of any game day celebration. For more information, follow @CheezIt on Instagram and Twitter and check out Facebook.com/CheezIt

About Kellogg Company
At Kellogg Company (NYSE: K), our vision is a good and just world where people are not just fed but fulfilled. We are creating better days and a place at the table for everyone through our trusted food brands. Our beloved brands include Pringles®, Cheez-It®, Special K®, Kellogg's Frosted Flakes®, Pop-Tarts®, Kellogg's Corn Flakes®, Rice Krispies®, Eggo®, Mini-Wheats®, Kashi®, RXBAR®, MorningStar Farms® and more. Net sales in 2020 were approximately $13.8 billion, comprised principally of snacks and convenience foods like cereal, frozen foods, and noodles. As part of our Kellogg's® Better Days purpose platform, we're helping to end hunger and are committed to creating Better Days for 3 billion people by the end of 2030. Visit www.KelloggCompany.com or www.OpenforBreakfast.com.

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FAQ

What is the significance of Prince Cheddward for the Cheez-It Bowl?

Prince Cheddward is the first-ever mascot for the Cheez-It Bowl, enhancing brand visibility and engagement during the event.

When is the 2021 Cheez-It Bowl scheduled?

The 2021 Cheez-It Bowl is scheduled for December 29, 2021.

How is Cheez-It celebrating its 100th anniversary?

Cheez-It is celebrating its 100th anniversary by introducing Prince Cheddward and engaging fans during the 2021 Cheez-It Bowl.

What company is behind the Cheez-It brand?

The Cheez-It brand is owned by Kellogg Company.

What time does the Cheez-It Bowl start?

The Cheez-It Bowl is set to begin at 5:45 p.m. ET.

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