Which McDonald's character debuted in 1971 wearing a black-and-white striped outfit?

The Hamburglar was the McDonald's character who debuted in 1971 wearing a black-and-white striped outfit.

The character was created for McDonaldland advertising and was originally presented as a mischievous figure who wanted to steal hamburgers. His striped clothing, cape, and exaggerated black hat made him visually distinct in television commercials and promotional material.

The Hamburglar's design changed over time. The earliest version looked more like a small older burglar, while later campaigns portrayed him as a younger, more cartoon-like character. Those redesigns helped McDonald's maintain a consistent character brand while updating its advertising style.

The Hamburglar is sometimes confused with Officer Big Mac, another McDonaldland figure. Officer Big Mac was associated with law enforcement imagery, whereas the Hamburglar's central story was his playful pursuit of hamburgers.