Mars gives M&M’s a makeover to promote inclusivity
By MICHELLE CHAPMAN and ANNE D'INNOCENZIO, AP Business Writers
Published: January 22, 2022, 6:00am
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Candy maker Mars is giving a makeover to its six M&M’s characters as a way to promote inclusivity.
The company said that it will provide a modern take on the appearances of the characters — which Mars calls “lentils” — and give them more nuanced personalities. The lentils, which are featured in red, green, orange, yellow, brown and blue, will also come in different shapes and sizes.
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