McDonald's(R) Celebrates Chicken McNuggets(R) 25th Anniversary by Honoring Fans

OAK BROOK, Ill., Nov. 18 /PRNewswire/ -- McDonald's is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its one and only Chicken McNuggets with the launch of Nuggnuts.com -- an online fan community devoted to celebrating Chicken McNuggets enthusiasts. Launched today, the site celebrates serious McNuggets fans through an exclusive Hall of Fame and invites fans to share their love through a Nuggnuts Pledge and branded merchandise.

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"McDonald's Chicken McNuggets have a vocal and enthusiastic fan base," said Marta Fearon, director of marketing for McDonald's USA. "We knew there was no better way to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Chicken McNuggets than by embracing these fans and inviting them to share their passion with others."

Added to McDonald's national U.S. menu in 1983 with a "McNugget Mania" advertising campaign, Chicken McNuggets have become a customer favorite worldwide. Following their global introduction in Canada, France, Germany and Japan in 1984, Chicken McNuggets are currently sold in more than 100 countries.

McDonald's customers can join other Chicken McNuggets fans online in learning the Nuggnuts Pledge on Nuggnuts.com or by sending an e-mail through the Web site explaining why they should be considered for the Hall of Fame. Additionally, fans will get an opportunity to submit videos and photos and post comments to the Nuggnuts Facebook group also launching today.

McDonald's Chicken McNuggets are made with quality white meat chicken and contain zero grams of trans fat per serving. McDonald's also offers a variety of other quality chicken options including Premium Chicken Sandwiches and Salads, as well as Snack Wraps.

Starting in December, McDonald's will be featured on the National Chicken Council's consumer Web site, http://www.eatchicken.com, as part of a "Showcase of Chicken" feature on McDonald's.

About McDonald's & Chicken

McDonald's quality chicken offerings come from trusted, dedicated suppliers including Keystone Foods and Tyson. McDonald's works closely with all of its chicken suppliers to ensure stringent food quality and safety standards are followed to deliver high-quality chicken products in our restaurants.

Earlier this year, the McDonald's Moms' Quality Correspondents became the first customers to tour a McDonald's U.S. poultry facility for Chicken McNuggets and other Premium Chicken menu items. The Moms were granted unprecedented access to learn how their families' favorite chicken menu items are made, including Chicken McNuggets. Consumers can learn more about their experience online at http://www.mcdonaldsmoms.com.

About McDonald's

McDonald's USA, LLC is the leading foodservice provider in the United States serving a variety of wholesome foods made from quality ingredients to millions of customers every day. More than 80 percent of McDonald's 13,700 U.S. restaurants are independently owned and operated by local franchisees. For more information about McDonald's visit http://www.mcdonalds.com.

(C) 2008 McDonald's FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Heather Oldani, McDonald's USA 630-623-8150 heather.oldani@us.mcd.com Megan Severs 312-729-4122 msevers@golinharris.com ELECTRONIC PRESS KIT: http://www.mcdepk.com/ChickenMcNuggets2008

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CONTACT: Heather Oldani of McDonald's USA, +1-630-623-8150,
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