Peter Griffin, star of the iconic animated sitcom "Family Guy," appeared on a special episode of popular web series "Hot Ones" earlier this week to celebrate the cartoon's 25th anniversary.
America's favorite cartoon dad stepped out of the screen and into the real world, visiting the First We Feast studio to have a chat with host Sean Evans while eating increasingly spicy chicken wings.
While clearing a gauntlet of five fictional hot sauces based on Family Guy references, Peter shared his secret to a good marriage and teased two upcoming Family Guy Holiday Specials for Halloween and Christmas, exclusive on Hulu.
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Clocking in at five minutes, the hilarious skit on "Hot Ones" brings together two giants of modern pop culture for an unexpected collaboration that's sure to be a huge hit.
Garnering over 2 million views within just two days, the video is a prime example of viral marketing that utilizes humor to generate interest through an unexpected collaboration.
Cartoon Cameos
Premiering in 1999, "Family Guy" has stood the test of time to become one of the most famous adult animated sitcoms in the world.
The show created by comedian and voice actor Seth McFarlane is currently on its 23rd season, with an average audience of over 1 million viewers per broadcast.
Disney-owned streaming service Hulu recently launched a video to announce the show's 25th anniversary, inviting fans to join in on the fun.
Meanwhile, Peter Griffin's special appearance on "Hot Ones" follows a trend of animated characters showing up in the real world to promote new films or shows.
It's also proof of the increasing popularity of the web series, becoming a solid platform for brands to promote their products or services.
Earlier this month, Marvel's Venom also appeared on the show to promote the character's latest movie from Sony Pictures.
