Ronald McDonald is etched into the memory of many fast-food fans - but not everyone knows why the iconic McDonald's mascot was side-lined a few years ago.
A common fixture for the food chain up until 2016, the cheery clown was loved by young and old hamburger fans alike.
But after decades of service, the popular character's role changed. Although the news sent shock waves among customers at the time, not everyone realised the disturbing reason behind the switch.
