Who are the actors on the Cheerios commercial?
An inside look at the faces behind the familiar breakfast bowl
(By Carmichael Phillip)
Stars Reunited: Leslie David Baker, Phyllis Smith & Angela Kinsey
Their story on-screen (and beyond):
Leslie David Baker (Stanley), Phyllis Smith (Phyllis), and Angela Kinsey (Angela) — beloved co‑stars from The Office — appear together in a 2023/2024 Honey Nut Cheerios commercial. In typical Daily Show fashion, they share small comedic moments over a bowl of cereal, their on‑screen chemistry rooted in both their fictional characters and real life friendships.
According to press releases, the ad was part of a heart‑health campaign bringing together real‑life best friends Baker and Smith to inspire heart‑healthy conversations — with Angela adding an extra layer of fun from the Office reunion angle.
BuzzBee: The Voice Behind the Mascot
Inside BuzzBee’s history:
BuzzBee, the anthropomorphic bee mascot of Honey Nut Cheerios, was first created in the brand’s early commercials and officially named in 2000.
The original voice of Buzz was Arnold Stang, who lent his distinctive voice to the character from approximately 1979 to 1992.
From Vintage to Viral: Cheerios Characters Through Time
A look at Cheerios’ animated icons:
The original Cheerios campaigns introduced cartoon mascots like “The Cheerios Kid” and his sidekick “Sue,” a staple of 1950s–1960s commercials.
These characters were revived briefly in the late 1980s and again for an internet video in 2012, showing Cheerios’ ability to tap into nostalgia.
Who Played Grandma in the Classic Cheerios Holiday Ad?
Introducing Peggy Miley:
In a classic Cheerios Christmas commercial, actress Peggy Miley appeared as the grandmother figure—a warm, inviting presence that paired nostalgia with familial comfort. Miley is known for roles in films like Alice, Primary Colors, and for portraying Doris Driscoll in Stranger Things. Her appearance lent both charm and recognition to that holiday‑themed advertisement.
Summary of key actors and voices
Leslie David Baker, Phyllis Smith, and Angela Kinsey — reunited from The Office in a modern Honey Nut Cheerios commercial, part of a heart-health awareness campaign.
BuzzBee — Cheerios’ animated bee mascot, originally voiced by Arnold Stang in the late 20th century.
The Cheerios Kid & Sue — classic animated characters from Cheerios commercials in the mid-20th century.
Peggy Miley — portrayed the grandmother in a memorable, heartwarming Cheerios holiday commercial.
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