Who portrayed the very first Ronald McDonald character in McDonald's television commercials that debuted in 1963?

Before becoming one of the world's most recognizable brand mascots, Ronald McDonald had a very different first appearance. This poll tests your knowledge of retail history and the evolution of one of the most famous brand mascots in fast food history. The original Ronald McDonald bears little resemblance to the character we know today, representing an interesting case study in how brand mascots evolve to meet changing market demands and consumer expectations.

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Willard Scott (who later became the NBC Today Show weatherman)
Bob Keeshan (who played Captain Kangaroo)
Dick Wilson (who later played Mr. Whipple in Charmin commercials)
Ray Kroc (the businessman who built McDonald's into a global brand)