Mr Clean

Mr. Clean is a brand of cleaning products owned by Procter & Gamble. The brand's mascot "Mr. Clean" was introduced in an advertising campaign in the early 1960s.

Fast Facts

1. Mr. Clean is a brand of home cleaning products and car cleaning products
2. Mr. Clean had two car washes in Ohio, plans to franchise to major cities in Ohio and Kentucky¹
3. Brand's mascot is character named "Mr. Clean"
4. Owned by Procter and Gamble
5. Introduced ca. 1958²
6. Makers of the "Magic Eraser"
7. Actor who first played "Mr. Clean", House Peters Jr, died in October 2008³

Mr. Clean Jingle

"Mr. Clean gets rid of dirt and grime and grease in just a minute. Mr. Clean will clean your whole house and everything that's in it."²—Commercial jingle, 1958

Mr. Clean the Character

The character Mr. Clean is portrayed as a "tough guy" committed to fighting dirt, wearing a white t-shirt, a bald head and a single gold hoop earring. His recognizable character has spanned decades and Mr. Clean became a piece of pop-culture and a highly recognizable public icon.⁴. The 'original' Mr. Clean was played by actor House Peters Jr. On October 1, 2008, the original Mr. Clean died.

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