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Well, did the Marlboro Man smoke? That’s the million-dollar question! It’s a topic that has been debated for years, with some people saying “yes” and others saying “no way!” While there is no definitive answer, it’s clear that the Marlboro Man was an iconic figure in American culture. He was a symbol of rugged masculinity and independence, so it wouldn’t be surprising if he did indulge in a cigarette or two. On the other hand, he could have just been playing up his image for advertising purposes. Who knows? All we can do is speculate!
Did Marlboro Man Ever Smoke? [Solved]
Robert C. Norris, the Marlboro Man himself, passed away on Nov. 3 in Colorado Springs at 90 years old. A rancher by trade, he had to quit the cigarette commercials ‘cause he didn’t want to set a bad example for his kids - after all, he was a nonsmoker!
Marlboro Man was a fictional character used in the advertising of Marlboro cigarettes from 1954 to 1999.
The character was created by Leo Burnett Worldwide and featured a rugged cowboy figure who embodied the spirit of the American West.
The Marlboro Man was portrayed by various actors, including Wayne McLaren, David McLean, Dick Hammer, and Robert Norris.
While it is unknown if any of these actors actually smoked cigarettes in real life, none were seen smoking onscreen during their portrayal of the Marlboro Man.
In 1999, Philip Morris USA discontinued its use of the Marlboro Man due to public health concerns about smoking and its effects on health and society at large.
No, the Marlboro Man didn’t smoke. He was just an actor playing a role in an advertising campaign. So, while he may have looked like he was puffing away on a cigarette, it was all for show!
