Colonel Harland Sanders

Colonel Harland Sanders

founder United States

Colonel Harland Sanders was an iconic American businessman and the founder of KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken), renowned for developing his secret blend of 11 herbs and spices, which became the cornerstone of his fried chicken franchise. Born on September 9, 1890, in Henryville, Indiana, Sanders began selling fried chicken at a service station in Corbin, Kentucky, in the 1930s. His unique cooking style and branding strategy led to the establishment of KFC, which grew into a global fast-food phenomenon with thousands of outlets worldwide. Sanders became a cultural icon, and his likeness remains synonymous with KFC's identity, making him one of the most recognizable figures in the fast-food industry.

Born on Sep 09, 1890 (134 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
18,127
Power
721$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 1 8.00 0.03% +0% 67,886,011 18,127 $2,700,000 721$
Totals 1 67,886,011 18,127 $2,700,000 721$
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