Tony the Tiger debuts a whole new look

September 23, 2016 at 3:48 p.m.·2 min read

Tony the Tiger has a whole new look!

The iconic Frosted Flakes mascot recently unveiled a totally amped-up appearance at the Tony the Tiger Press Conference alongside Alfonso Ribeiro in Midtown Manhattan.

In addition to debuting an updated take on his look, Tony also gave one of his first-ever interviews that consisted of him saying more than his signature catchphrase, "They're gr-r-great!"

We got to talk to Tony about his campaign, his new animatronic suit and, yes, how he eats his Frosted Flakes.

Check out our full conversation with Tony the Tiger below:

This campaign is all about "Letting Your Great Out." How do you do that personally?

When do I let my great out? Pretty much constantly, and in all different ways. You know, sometimes I like to play tennis, sometimes I like to play golf, sometimes I like to go for a long walk or a swim. You know, I swam across the Hudson [River] the other day!

You have a slightly new look that you debuted today. Weren't you scared that people might not recognize you anymore?

No! Everybody knows who I am. I'm still the same Tony, I just have a few tricks up my paws.

How do you eat your Frosted Flakes?

There's no one best way to eat Frosted Flakes. You can rip open the box and stick your hand in, but sometimes you want to take a little bit more time: Sometimes I like to chop up some bananas or strawberries, too. You know, the Kellogg's Cafe up here in NYC really does Frosted Flakes well!

The Canadian Press
Dancier's 16 lead Le Moyne over UT Martin 65-53
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (AP) — AJ Dancier had 16 points in Le Moyne's 65-53 victory against UT Martin on Friday night.
The Telegraph
Trump’s cabinet picks 2025: Robert F Kennedy Jr, Marco Rubio and ‘Dr Oz’ among top positions
Donald Trump is racing through his appointments to staff up the team who will help him lead the country during his second administration.
Reuters
Investors see Treasury pick Bessent as calming US bond market worries
(Reuters) -President-elect Donald Trump's choice of Scott Bessent for Treasury secretary could lift some of the gloom that has pervaded the sagging U.S. government bond market in recent weeks, investors said. Trump on Friday said he had chosen Bessent, a prominent investor, as Treasury secretary, a key cabinet position with vast influence over economic, regulatory and international affairs. The selection comes after days of speculation that weighed on Treasury markets already dogged by worries over a potential rebound in inflation and increase in the federal budget deficit from Trump’s economic plans such as tax cuts and import tariffs.
The Canadian Press
Antwi-Boasiako scores 24 in Stephen F. Austin's 72-67 victory against Monmouth
HUNTSVILLE, Texas (AP) — Nana Antwi-Boasiako scored 24 points as Stephen F. Austin beat Monmouth 72-67 on Friday night.
The Independent
Tulsi Gabbard was placed on TSA watch list over her foreign travel and connections, says report
Nominee to be director of national intelligence visited Syrian dictator in 2017 and has made statements echoing Russian propaganda
USA TODAY
Ready-to-eat meat, poultry recalled over listeria risk; 11 infections, 1 death
On Friday, the CDC said that 11 people have been infected with listeria across four states. Out of the cases, nine have been hospitalized and one has died.
Reuters
US Supreme Court to decide Federal Communications Commission fund's legality
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. Supreme Court agreed on Friday to decide the legality of a congressionally authorized fund operated by the Federal Communications Commission to expand access to telecommunications services in a challenge accusing Congress of unlawfully delegating its authority to an independent federal agency. The justices took up an appeal by the FCC and a coalition of interest groups and telecommunications firms of a lower court's decision that found Congress violated the U.S. Constitution by empowering the FCC to manage the fund. Congress in a federal law called the Telecommunications Act of 1996 authorized the FCC to operate the Universal Service Fund to promote broad access to services such as phone and broadband internet.
CBC
Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish resigns from Peel Police Service Board in light of 21.3% budget increase
Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish has resigned from the Peel Police Service Board.In a letter dated Friday, Parrish said staying on as a member would require supporting a 21.3 per cent budget increase for Peel Regional Police this year. Her resignation is effective immediately.Parrish said the increase comes at a time of constrained financial circumstances for Mississauga residents. In resigning, she said she will instead concentrate on their needs."I cannot wear two hats," Parrish said in the l
CBC
Calgary council approves budget, 3.6% property tax increase
City council has approved a 3.6 per cent increase in municipal property taxes for next year. The decision follows five days of debate on adjustments to next year's civic budget.Previous budget discussions in 2022 resulted in a council-approved increase of 3.6 per cent for 2025, and on Friday, council stuck to the original figure.The resulting property tax increase translates to about $8 more per month in residential property tax for the owner of a median-priced home worth $700,000.The largest pe
People
Dawn Richard Was 'Absolutely Terrified' of Diddy, Singer’s Lawyer Says
The Danity Kane alum sued Combs for sexual abuse in September; she also alleged that she witnessed him physically assaulting his then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura
KGTV - San Diego Scripps
Preserving indigenous language with robots
A report shows that native languages are disappearing at an alarming rate. Created by Danielle Boyer, SkoBots is an educational robot that teaches indigenous youths their native language.
Evening Standard
Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest: Prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds
Gunners looking to get back on track in title race as the Premier League resumes
Investor's Business Daily
Dow Jones Futures: Stay Cool In Hot Market; Forget Nvidia, Meet The New AI Chip Leader
The market rally is hot, but keep a cool head. Nvidia is the giant, but Astera Labs is the new AI chip leader.
USA TODAY
ICE data on noncitizen 'murderers' is misrepresented | Fact check
The ICE data in the posts includes people who have entered the U.S. over the past 40 or more years, not just during the Biden administration.
BBC
China's giant sinkholes are a tourist hit - but ancient forests inside are at risk
These caves were unexplored for thousands of years, protected by swirling mists and terrifying tales.
The Canadian Press
Royals acquire second baseman Jonathan India from Reds for right-hander Brady Singer
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals acquired second baseman Jonathan India from the Cincinnati Reds on Friday, adding a dependable leadoff hitter and middle infielder to play alongside star shortstop Bobby Witt Jr.
United Press International
Trump chooses Bessent for treasury secretary, Vought for budget director
President-elect Donald Trump on Friday announced hedge fund manager Scott Bessent as his choice for treasury secretary and first-term official Russell Vought to head the Office of Management and Budget.
WEWS-Cleveland Videos
This is the definition of AFC North football
Nothing says AFC North football like a snow game, and under the primetime lights in the rivalry matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers, that's exactly what we got.
Associated Press Videos
Union workers picket for 7th day at Las Vegas casino
Union workers picket for 7th day at Las Vegas casino and work to get their pay checks in hand. (AP video by Ty ONeil)
The Canadian Press
Montgomery scores 19 as Bradley defeats Wright State 77-74
CONWAY, S.C. (AP) — Zek Montgomery had 19 points in Bradley's 77-74 victory over Wright State on Friday night.

Latest Stories