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This incident hints at the complexities of maintaining brand identity versus personal integrity, as the Colonel took issue with the company’s departure from his original quality standards.
Controversies Surrounding the Fast Food Giant
KFC has not escaped scrutiny over the decades, facing controversies ranging from allegations of poor food quality to racial insensitivity. The discovery of "mutant chickens" and reports of foodborne illnesses have tainted the image of the franchise. Notably, the connection between KFC and serial killer John Wayne Gacy, who managed multiple outlets in the 1960s and famously requested KFC as his last meal, adds an unsettling layer to KFC's storied past.