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McDonald's CEO Faces Backlash Amid Viral Burger Taste Test

4/11/2026

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McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski faced backlash after a viral video of him tasting the new Big Arch burger.
In a Wall Street Journal interview, Kempczinski attributed his discomfort to his mother's advice against talking with his mouth full.
Burger King and other chains capitalized on the moment by contrasting their executives' enthusiastic eating styles.
McDonald's stock rose 3% over the past year despite the criticism.

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McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski faced backlash after a viral video of him tasting the new Big Arch burger.
In a Wall Street Journal interview, Kempczinski attributed his discomfort to his mother's advice against talking with his mouth full.
Burger King and other chains capitalized on the moment by contrasting their executives' enthusiastic eating styles.
McDonald's stock rose 3% over the past year despite the criticism.