McDonald's had grown into an increasingly popular fast-food establishment. The first drive-thru was introduced in 1975.

There was a time when McDonald’s felt like a magical fever dream for kids—playplaces shaped like UFOs, terrifying mascots roaming around, and birthday parties that felt like actual events.

The statue was unveiled in 2020 to celebrate the upcoming 50th anniversary of the fast food chain’s menu staple.

For McDonald's, adding chicken to the menu was a no-brainer. Employees wore striped bowling-style shirts and hats. Celebrities like British metal band Motorhead were spotted taking photos at ...