Colonel Sanders

American entrepreneur (1890-1980) who founded KFC

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Lived 1890–1980, aged 90United States

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United States rank#125
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48 languages
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Rank in United States
#125
Executives
Era
1890–1980
Aged 90

Summary

Updated 2026-05-29

Built KFC into a global fast food empire starting at 62, then became the chain's mustachioed face and living logo. His name and goatee remain synonymous with fried chicken decades later.

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Harland David Sanders, commonly known as Colonel Sanders, was an American entrepreneur and founder of fast food chicken restaurant chain Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC). He later acted as the company's brand ambassador and symbol. His name and image are still symbols of the company today.

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