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McDonald's Revives McNugget Buddies in Collaboration with Artist Kerwin Frost

The nostalgic Happy Meal toys return after 25 years, redesigned to reflect Frost's Harlem upbringing and available in a special meal box from Dec. 11.

  • McDonald's is bringing back the McNugget Buddies, nostalgic Happy Meal collectibles, after more than 25 years.
  • The new McNugget Buddy collectibles are designed in partnership with New York City-based artist Kerwin Frost, inspired by his childhood in Harlem.
  • Starting Dec. 11, six different McNugget Buddy collectibles will be available at McDonald’s nationwide.
  • The Kerwin Frost Box, which includes a McNugget Buddy, fries, a soft drink and a choice of 10-piece McNuggets or a Big Mac, will also be launched.
  • Merchandise from the McDonald's and Kerwin Frost partnership, including apparel and footwear, will be available online starting Dec. 11, with a portion of the proceeds going to Harlem Arts Alliance.
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