Kellog's Tony the Tiger Partners with Tony Hawk
References: prnewswire
WK Kellogg Co. has reignited the decades-long partnership between its beloved mascot, Tony the Tiger, and skateboarding legend Tony Hawk in a multifaceted campaign spanning gaming, merchandise, and live events. This collaboration commemorates their 30-year association, which began when Hawk served as the animated tiger’s stunt double in a 1990s commercial.
The new Tony the Tiger x Tony Hawk initiative includes themed content in the upcoming *Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4* video game, where players can unlock tiger-inspired skate gear, as well as limited-edition skateboards and special cereal boxes featuring autographed collectibles. The celebration will culminate at Vert Alert, a public skateboarding competition in Utah, where both figures will engage with fans.
The campaign successfully taps into nostalgia to engage audiences.
Image Credit: Kellogg
The new Tony the Tiger x Tony Hawk initiative includes themed content in the upcoming *Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4* video game, where players can unlock tiger-inspired skate gear, as well as limited-edition skateboards and special cereal boxes featuring autographed collectibles. The celebration will culminate at Vert Alert, a public skateboarding competition in Utah, where both figures will engage with fans.
The campaign successfully taps into nostalgia to engage audiences.
Image Credit: Kellogg
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