Colonel Harland David Sanders was an American businessman, best known for founding fast food chicken restaurant chain Kentucky Fried Chicken and later acting as the company's brand ambassador and symbol. His name and image are still symbols of the company.

How did Colonel Sanders die?

Sanders was diagnosed with acute leukemia in June 1980. He died at Louisville Jewish Hospital of pneumonia on December 16, 1980, at the age of 90. Sanders had remained active until the month before his death, appearing in his white suit to crowds.

Who is the current Colonel Sanders 2020?

Darrell Hammond Becomes Colonel Sanders in New KFC Ads, Exclusive | PEOPLE.com.