What McDonald's promotional character wore a black-and-white striped burglar outfit?

The Hamburglar was the McDonald's promotional character who wore a black-and-white striped burglar outfit.

The Hamburglar was introduced as part of the McDonaldland character world and was defined by his attempts to steal hamburgers. His costume, mask, cape, and exaggerated burglar behavior made the character immediately legible in television commercials and restaurant promotions.

The character's design changed over time. Early versions were more sinister and had a more elaborate appearance, while later advertising presented a smaller, more childlike figure. These redesigns softened the character without removing his central hamburger-stealing gimmick.

The Hamburglar is often confused with Captain Crook, another McDonaldland villain associated with Filet-O-Fish sandwiches. They served different branding roles: the Hamburglar targeted hamburgers, while Captain Crook was a pirate-themed character. The distinction matters because both appeared in the same wider advertising universe.