It is with saddest heart that I pass on the following news. Please join me in remembering a great icon of the entertainment community.
The Pillsbury Doughboy died yesterday of a yeast infection, and
complications from repeated pokes in the belly. He was 71. Doughboy is
survived by his wife, Play Dough, two children, John Dough and Jane Dough,
who has a bun in the oven. He is also survived by his elderly
father, Pop Tart. Doughboy was buried in a lightly greased coffin.
Dozens of celebrities turned out to pay their respects, including Mrs.
Butterworth, Hungry Jack, The California Raisins, Betty Crocker, the Hostess
Twinkies and Captain Crunch. The grave site was piled high with
flours.
Aunt Jemima delivered the eulogy, and lovingly described Doughboy as a man
who never knew how much he was kneaded. Doughboy rose quickly in show
business, but his later life was filled with turnovers. He was not
considered a very smart "cookie", wasting much of his dough on half-baked
schemes. Despite being a little flaky at times, he still, as a crusty old
man, was considered a roll model for millions.
The funeral was held at 3:50 for about 20 minutes.
(via Jim)
