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MrBeast Accuses Hershey’s of Targeted Ads and Branding Mimicry in Growing Chocolate Rivalry

The YouTuber alleges Hershey’s is running ads on his platforms and copying Feastables’ design as part of a competitive marketing standoff.

Overview

  • MrBeast claims Hershey’s is purchasing pre-roll ads on his YouTube channel and Amazon Prime Video show, Beast Games, to target his audience.
  • He also alleges that Hershey’s ads on the Target app mimic Feastables’ signature blue color scheme, calling it an attempt to confuse consumers.
  • The dispute follows an earlier stunt in April where MrBeast parked Feastables trucks outside The Hershey Story museum to taunt the legacy brand.
  • MrBeast’s social media post accusing Hershey’s of ‘harassing’ his fans has surpassed one million views, amplifying the feud online.
  • Hershey’s has not issued a public response, leaving both brands locked in a public marketing standoff as Feastables continues to expand its retail presence.